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September 28, 2018
Women politicians in Bolivia face increasing harassment and violence

Bolivia is one of only two democracies in the world – the other is Rwanda – where there are more women in congress than men. But as women gain more political power, they’re also becoming the target of violent attacks from those opposed to change.

September 27, 2018
Jacinda Ardern makes history with baby Neve at UN general assembly

New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has made history as the first world leader to attend the United Nations general assembly meeting with her baby in tow.

No party to violence: Analyzing violence against women in political parties

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September 27, 2018

No party to violence: Analyzing violence against women in political parties

Political parties are a cornerstone of democracy, providing critical pathways for citizens’ political participation and engagement.

Political parties are a cornerstone of democracy, providing critical pathways for citizens’ political participation and engagement.

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September 26, 2018
John McDonnell: I hope Labour's next leader will be female

John McDonnell said he wanted a woman to become the next leader of the Labour party, a day after senior party figures were accused of failing to take allegations of sexual harassment seriously enough.

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Is the record number of women candidates a 2018 blip — or a lasting trend?

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September 25, 2018

Is the record number of women candidates a 2018 blip — or a lasting trend?

Lauren Underwood, Democratic House candidate in Illinois' 14th district, is part of a record boom of women running for office in 2018 – from Congress to governorships to state legislatures across the country.

Lauren Underwood, Democratic House candidate in Illinois' 14th district, is part of a record boom of women running for office in 2018 – from Congress to governorships to state legislatures across the country.