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April 12, 2019
US: What woman presidential candidates are facing

The 2020 presidential election marks the first time more than two women have competed in the Democratic or Republican primaries, according to the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University.

April 12, 2019
Pelosi to AP: 2020 Dem ticket doesn’t have to include woman

Ever pragmatic, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Wednesday that she’d like to see a woman on the 2020 presidential ticket — but she’s not insisting on it.

What nobody tells you about being a woman in politics

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April 5, 2019

What nobody tells you about being a woman in politics

From unwanted advice about having kids to unrealistic expectations for fundraising, Reps. Terri Sewell and Veronica Escobar talk about the obstacles faced by women who run for office.

From unwanted advice about having kids to unrealistic expectations for fundraising, Reps. Terri Sewell and Veronica Escobar talk about the obstacles faced by women who run for office.

April 3, 2019
Lori Lightfoot elected as Chicago’s first black female mayor

CHICAGO — Lori Lightfoot has made history on several fronts after winning Chicago’s mayoral runoff on Tuesday.

March 29, 2019
Poll: Most see women equal to men in politics in the US

WASHINGTON (AP) — An all-time high of 84 percent of Americans believe women are just as suited emotionally for politics as men, according to a new survey that comes as the largest-ever field of women are running for president and with a record number

March 18, 2019
In 2020 field full of women, some men signal they will pick a female vice President

With a record number of female candidates running for president, some male Democratic contenders are signaling that a woman will be on their 2020 ticket — just not at the top.

Representation Matters: Women in the U.S. Congress

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February 26, 2019

Representation Matters: Women in the U.S. Congress

The importance of having women serving in Congress is still not fully appreciated or understood.

The importance of having women serving in Congress is still not fully appreciated or understood.