One of the most striking aspects of language is its ability to be interpreted in many different ways. A phrase could mean a million different things to a million different people, and a simple change in tone, word choice and…
Just before the start of the new year Peru inaugurated its first women president into office, Dina Boluarte. This comes after the impeachment, arrest and removal from office of former President Pedro…
As one of just a handful of female world leaders, Jacinda Ardern was dogged by sexist and ageist remarks from reporters, online commentators and fellow politicians during her time as New Zealand’s prime minister. She…
The electoral success Democratic women have had in Michigan stands out among battleground states. In the wake of a senator’s retirement, several are eyeing their next steps.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer sat in the gallery of the House nearly two decades ago with her mom and her twin daughters – tourists peering down at lawmakers on the floor of the chamber.
By Guest Columnist MELITA EASTERS, executive director of Georgia WIN List, a grassroots political action committee dedicated to recruiting, training, supporting, electing, and re-electing Democratic women. As the Georgia General Assembly convenes…
Diversity in who is elected governor is important. In a time of decreasing trust in democracy, women governors send a message to all Americans that their government is representative of all its people.
This week, the 118th Congress convened with a total of 149 women, setting a new record for female representation. It comes as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the first female to serve in…
Some votes are still being counted and the “I Voted” stickers are just beginning to peel, but women across the U.S. are already celebrating their historic victories in the midterm elections. All 50 states in…