The right to vote and the right to stand for election are two fundamental elements of democracy. Notably, many countries did not afford women the right to vote until the 20th Century. Even today, universal suffrage is not a given right in all countries, and women often face obstacles that undermine their participation in political and electoral processes. There are various ways to support women in overcoming these obstacles. Such methods include revising the electoral system used, applying affirmative action mechanisms such as quotas, improving voter education for women and training political candidates. These are a few of the modes available to strengthen women’s political participation .Photo©Jens Franssen
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By Michelle Duff,
In the 127 years since women have been able to vote, you’d think someone would have asked them what they want.
You would think.
By Michelle Duff,
In the 127 years since women have been able to vote, you’d think someone would have asked them what they want.
You would think.
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In the late 1990s, Stacey Abrams faced a decision.
In the late 1990s, Stacey Abrams faced a decision.
By Maureen Groppe,
By Maureen Groppe,
A group of Democratic women leaders is calling out sexist coverage of female Democratic vice presidential contenders — and they're asking that newsrooms do