For Covington’s first female mayor, one perk is serving as a role model to young girls in a state the Center for American Women and Politics ranks 38th in the nation for women in elective office. “(Young girls) need to build confidence at an early age and know their strengths, so they can make the most of every opportunity,” said Mayor Sherry Carran.
A record-breaking 20 women are serving in the U.S. Senate this term and 78 women hold seats in the House of Representatives. It’s a good time for women in politics, but the proverbial glass ceiling is not quite broken, according to Kathy Groob, author of “Pink Politics: The Woman’s Practical Guide to Winning Elections.”
(We invite our users to read the full article published March 15 2013)
For Covington’s first female mayor, one perk is serving as a role model to young girls in a state the Center for American Women and Politics ranks 38th in the nation for women in elective office. “(Young girls) need to build confidence at an early age and know their strengths, so they can make the most of every opportunity,” said Mayor Sherry Carran.
A record-breaking 20 women are serving in the U.S. Senate this term and 78 women hold seats in the House of Representatives. It’s a good time for women in politics, but the proverbial glass ceiling is not quite broken, according to Kathy Groob, author of “Pink Politics: The Woman’s Practical Guide to Winning Elections.”
(We invite our users to read the full article published March 15 2013)