The Economic Impact of “Lookism”: The Hidden Tax You Pay
Women being judged for their appearance is nothing new. It’s something we think about every morning when we get ready. Will this skirt lead to street harassment? Will this eyeshadow make…
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What Does a Leader Look Like?
Organizational psychologists will point to well-known workshop exercises where executives are asked to draw a picture of an effective leader. In terms of gender, the results are nearly always the same. Both men and women almost always…
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And the Numbers Are…
After a four-month delay caused by the pandemic, the U.S. Census Bureau last week released detailed 2020 population data for all 50 states and certain U.S. territories. These numbers are crucially important. They will be used…
Many Voices, Same Story
On the anniversary of George Floyd’s death, our first Conversation about Race and Gender event felt somber. As this gathering of women began, we were reminded of the threats that many experience each day. Led by…
If Not You, Then Who?
When I launched my campaign, I told people my reason was simple: I love my city, and I want it to be the best it can be. When I looked around and saw where our city had been,…