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Race, gender and politics: Is the United States ready for a Black woman president?

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July 25, 2024

Race, gender and politics: Is the United States ready for a Black woman president?

Shirley Chisholm, a Democratic congresswoman, was the first African American woman to run for president of the United States.

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Shirley Chisholm, a Democratic congresswoman, was the first African American woman to run for president of the United States.

Harris’ national rise follows trend of growing power for women in politics

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July 24, 2024

Harris’ national rise follows trend of growing power for women in politics

Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining support to become the Democratic nominee for president.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining support to become the Democratic nominee for president.

A Kamala Harris candidacy will unleash unprecedented levels of misogyny — the collective response could be decisive for the future of democratic politics

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July 24, 2024

A Kamala Harris candidacy will unleash unprecedented levels of misogyny — the collective response could be decisive for the future of democratic politics

As the 2024 US presidential election looms, Kamala Harris is emerging as a likely candidate for the Democratic Party after President Joe Biden

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As the 2024 US presidential election looms, Kamala Harris is emerging as a likely candidate for the Democratic Party after President Joe Biden

CNN
July 23, 2024
Who is Kamala Harris? The life of the woman stepping into the 2024 limelight

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PBS News
July 23, 2024
After years of breaking barriers, Harris could become the first female president

WASHINGTON (AP) — She’s already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could shatter several more after President Joe Biden abruptly ended his reelection bid and endorsed her.

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BBC News
July 23, 2024
The many identities of the first woman vice-president

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

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An MP’s perspectives on tech – Tamika Davis, Member of the House of Representatives of Jamaica

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July 22, 2024

An MP’s perspectives on tech – Tamika Davis, Member of the House of Representatives of Jamaica

Tamika Davis is a first-term MP from Jamaica, part of the historic high of 29% of incoming women MPs in the House of Representatives and the first woman to be elected in her constituency.

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Tamika Davis is a first-term MP from Jamaica, part of the historic high of 29% of incoming women MPs in the House of Representatives and the first woman to be elected in her constituency.

A first-time woman MP writes: I want to break stereotypes that hinder our collective progress

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July 20, 2024

A first-time woman MP writes: I want to break stereotypes that hinder our collective progress

In my journey as a Member of Parliament (MP), I’ve faced firsthand the multifaceted challenges that women in politics encounter — challenges that extend well beyond legislative duties and reveal entrenched societal perceptions and biases.

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In my journey as a Member of Parliament (MP), I’ve faced firsthand the multifaceted challenges that women in politics encounter — challenges that extend well beyond legislative duties and reveal entrenched societal perceptions and biases.

UN Women
July 19, 2024
Beijing+30 Youth Blog: Legal, social, economic, and political changes are crucial for a more just world

“Gender equality is more than a goal in itself.

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All Africa
July 19, 2024
Angola: Ombudsperson Highlights Female Recognition in the Country's Political Arena

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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