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The many identities of the first woman vice-president

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The many identities of the first woman vice-president

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Less than four months out from the election, Vice-President Kamala Harris found herself in a difficult position.

President Joe Biden's poor performance on the debate stage spurred mounting criticism about his ability to win the election. As anxiety turned to tension within the Democratic party, her name rose up the list of replacement candidates.

Less than four months out from the election, Vice-President Kamala Harris found herself in a difficult position.

President Joe Biden's poor performance on the debate stage spurred mounting criticism about his ability to win the election. As anxiety turned to tension within the Democratic party, her name rose up the list of replacement candidates.

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Angola: Ombudsperson Highlights Female Recognition in the Country's Political Arena

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Angola: Ombudsperson Highlights Female Recognition in the Country's Political Arena

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Luena — The ombudswoman, Florbela Araújo, highlighted, this Thursday, in Luena, Moxico province, the presence and leadership of women in the country, which is 'in great development'.

Luena — The ombudswoman, Florbela Araújo, highlighted, this Thursday, in Luena, Moxico province, the presence and leadership of women in the country, which is 'in great development'.

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Ursula von der Leyen wins second term as European Commission president

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Ursula von der Leyen wins second term as European Commission president

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STRASBOURG — The European Parliament elected Ursula von der Leyen for another five years as European Commission president, choosing stability and continuity for the EU’s most powerful institution and the bloc.

Von der Leyen, who hails from the centre-right European People’s Party, won 401 votes in a secret ballot, well above the 361 votes she needed to be elected. There were 284 votes in opposition, 15 abstentions and 7 votes declared invalid.

STRASBOURG — The European Parliament elected Ursula von der Leyen for another five years as European Commission president, choosing stability and continuity for the EU’s most powerful institution and the bloc.

Von der Leyen, who hails from the centre-right European People’s Party, won 401 votes in a secret ballot, well above the 361 votes she needed to be elected. There were 284 votes in opposition, 15 abstentions and 7 votes declared invalid.

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Roberta Metsola reelected European Parliament president

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Roberta Metsola reelected European Parliament president

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STRASBOURG — Roberta Metsola has been reelected as president of the European Parliament.  

First elected to the post in January 2022, the Maltese European People’s Party (EPP) politician will remain in the role for 2.5 more years after gathering the support of a majority of the newly elected 720 members of the European Parliament, with 562 votes in her favor.

STRASBOURG — Roberta Metsola has been reelected as president of the European Parliament.  

First elected to the post in January 2022, the Maltese European People’s Party (EPP) politician will remain in the role for 2.5 more years after gathering the support of a majority of the newly elected 720 members of the European Parliament, with 562 votes in her favor.

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Tokyo’s female governor keeps winning: What it means for Japan’s male-dominated politics

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Tokyo’s female governor keeps winning: What it means for Japan’s male-dominated politics

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The first woman governor of Tokyo, Yuriko Koike, has won a third term – against another woman candidate. The race between multiple women signifies a push for greater female representation in Japanese politics, which is still overwhelmingly dominated by men.

Eight years ago, Yuriko Koike became the first woman to lead Tokyo, beating her male predecessor. She won her third term as governor July 7, and one of her closest rivals was a woman.

The first woman governor of Tokyo, Yuriko Koike, has won a third term – against another woman candidate. The race between multiple women signifies a push for greater female representation in Japanese politics, which is still overwhelmingly dominated by men.

Eight years ago, Yuriko Koike became the first woman to lead Tokyo, beating her male predecessor. She won her third term as governor July 7, and one of her closest rivals was a woman.

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Leadership Program Empowers Stockton Students

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Leadership Program Empowers Stockton Students

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Galloway, N.J. – Did you know that New Jersey has never sent a woman to the U.S. Senate? Or that New Jersey ranks 23rd among the 50 states in the proportion of women serving in its legislature?

Galloway, N.J. – Did you know that New Jersey has never sent a woman to the U.S. Senate? Or that New Jersey ranks 23rd among the 50 states in the proportion of women serving in its legislature?

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International Day of Women in Diplomacy, promoting equality through feminist foreign policy

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International Day of Women in Diplomacy, promoting equality through feminist foreign policy

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Skopje, North Macedonia, 24 June 2024 – UN Women in North Macedonia, for a second consecutive year in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marked the International Day of Women in Diplomacy with a high-level panel discussion highlighting the pivotal role that women play in international relations and diplomatic efforts.

Skopje, North Macedonia, 24 June 2024 – UN Women in North Macedonia, for a second consecutive year in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marked the International Day of Women in Diplomacy with a high-level panel discussion highlighting the pivotal role that women play in international relations and diplomatic efforts.

As the UK’s first female Chancellor, will Rachel Reeves be a game changer for women in politics?

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July 8, 2024

As the UK’s first female Chancellor, will Rachel Reeves be a game changer for women in politics?

Another election, another round of politicians who tout the same ideas, speak the same way, wear the same suits and, possibly, the same aftershave.

Another election, another round of politicians who tout the same ideas, speak the same way, wear the same suits and, possibly, the same aftershave.

Women and Democracy: Insights From Mexican Elections | International Election Series, Episode 1

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July 8, 2024

Women and Democracy: Insights From Mexican Elections | International Election Series, Episode 1

Welcome to the first installment of the new "International Election Series," where they explore the vital role women play in shaping democratic processes around the world.

Welcome to the first installment of the new "International Election Series," where they explore the vital role women play in shaping democratic processes around the world.