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January 10, 2019
2018 left Rwandans with a more inclusive parliament

One of the hallmarks of post-Genocide Rwanda is inclusive politics. The year 2018 brought about more gains as far as political plurality is concerned, at least in the Chamber of Deputies where two new opposition parties won seats.

January 10, 2019
Africa is increasingly open to women in politics. In Congo, they have a fight on their hands

When citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo go to the polls next Sunday, attention will be focused on the race to succeed Joseph Kabila, the president of nearly 18 years.

I was the youngest woman in Congress. Here's my advice to those who have taken my place

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January 10, 2019

I was the youngest woman in Congress. Here's my advice to those who have taken my place

By Elise Stefanik,

When I was sworn in four years ago, I was given wise counsel by the previous youngest woman ever elected to Congress. Now, I'm proud to do the same.

By Elise Stefanik,

When I was sworn in four years ago, I was given wise counsel by the previous youngest woman ever elected to Congress. Now, I'm proud to do the same.

Kamala Harris: 'Single women in politics' aren't granted the same 'latitude' as men

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January 9, 2019

Kamala Harris: 'Single women in politics' aren't granted the same 'latitude' as men

By Judy Kurtz,

Sen. Kamala Harris says single women in politics get treated differently than their male counterparts.

By Judy Kurtz,

Sen. Kamala Harris says single women in politics get treated differently than their male counterparts.

January 9, 2019
America has more female lawmakers than ever — yet it still lags far behind other nations

By Adam Taylor,

January 8, 2019
Women of color in Congress are challenging perceptions of political leadership

By Vanessa Williams,

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