That's kinda what i was saying, Gillard is a very head strong outspoken woman (more so than the rest of the labor party... men and women).
I think the only type of women the general australian population would be willing to accept would be a woman that is strong, however is more softly spoken and diplomatic.
Personally, if i had to vote between Latham and Gillard I would vote Gillard.
Latham was no leader in my opinion.