# Gender and Power in Hamilton

> Theme guide for Hamilton by Mary P. Hamlin.

Female characters like Betsy, Angelica, and Mrs. Reynolds navigate limited agency, with their reputations and choices shaped by male-dominated politics and social norms, while Angelica's wit and Betsy's dignity challenge passive stereotypes.

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