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May 3, 2019
US: The very real effects of having more women in office

Colorado is already seeing the tangible benefits of having more women in the legislature, including a handful of bills aimed to uproot gender inequity in the workplace.

May 3, 2019
Jane Castor elected Tampa's first openly LGBTQ mayor

"How exciting is this?" Castor said Tuesday night to a cheering crowd as she raised her hands in the air. "The next mayor of Tampa!"

April 18, 2019
WGBH News investigates gender diversity in local politics with ambitious digital project

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April 18, 2019
Some Americans still doubt women's emotional suitability for politics, according to study

The jam-packed 2020 Democratic presidential field includes six women, the largest-ever number of women to run for a party's presidential nomination.

April 16, 2019
Study: Women presidential candidates endure tougher coverage

Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand has drawn some harsh media coverage since launching her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination in January – but in that, it seems she's part of a sisterhood.

April 16, 2019
Trickle-down equality: More women in Congress means less sexism for staffers

Women in Congress have been getting attention recently for calling out casual sexism on the Hill — and female staffers say it’s making their jobs easier.