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Women in Journalism Pass Another Milestone
Originally published by Andrea Mitchell for the Washington Post On Sept. 17, another milestone will be passed for women journalists. Kristen Welker is set to become the 13th moderator…
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A Tradition Going Strong: Brides Who Take Their Husbands’ Names
Originally published by Claire Cain Miller for the New York Times When Irene Evran, formerly Irene Yuan, married Colin Evran three years ago — in a civil ceremony on Zoom during…
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At the National Mall, Artist Tiffany Shlain Is Rewriting Women into U.S. History
On display from Nov. 1-4 in Washington, D.C., Tiffany Shlain’s Dendrofemonology remakes the historical tree ring into a timeline of the story of women and power in society.
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Two Senators Say Abortion Needs to Head to Ballot
Originally published by Lily Levin for Statehouse Report Two of South Carolina’s women senators want to move the nagging fight over abortion away from the General Assembly. It’s time for the…
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Pelosi, Defying Predictions, Says She Will Seek Re-election in 2024
Since she stepped down from leadership last year, many observers expected Representative Nancy Pelosi of California to head toward retirement. But she has kept people guessing about her future.
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Alabama’s Congressional Map Struck Down as Discriminatory — Again
Despite losing at the Supreme Court, the Alabama legislature insisted on drawing district lines that deny Black voters fair representation. A court said no.
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U.S. Army Report Shows Women Serving in the Special Forces Face Intense Sexism
Originally published by NPR Women in the U.S. military’s special forces still face intense sexism according to recent reports, including one that focuses on Army Rangers. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: A recent…
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How States Can Prevent Election Subversion in 2024 and Beyond
State legislators, local administrators, and advocates must strengthen and clarify election processes, preempt disinformation, and enact stronger measures against intimidation.
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How Mexico Became a Gender Equality Leader in Government
Originally published by Anna Gordon for Time Mexico’s ruling party has selected Claudia Sheinbaum as its candidate for next year’s election, pitting her against the opposition’s top contender, Xóchitl Gálvez.
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30 Criticisms That Hold Women Leaders Back
Originally published by Lauryn Higgins for SheKnows While women have been making strides in the fight for gender equity and equality in the workplace for decades, they still continue…