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Celebrating the Trailblazing Women We Lost in 2023
As we usher in the New Year, here’s a tribute to the women we lost this year who fought injustice, broke barriers and shattered industry norms.
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As Nikki Haley Has Climbed in the Polls, She Confronts Sexist Attacks
The former South Carolina governor is vying to become the first woman to win the Republican nomination, but she faces long odds in a party that has been slower to elevate women into some of the most prominent elected offices
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A Year of Inspiration and Motivation: Historic Firsts for Women of Color in Politics
Experts point to signs of a shift in politics this year, crediting increased representation for the spurt of women of color winning mayoral elections.
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Proposed Bill Would Allow Use of Campaign Funds for Childcare
One South Carolina representative is pushing for a change in how campaign funds can be used to help more women run for public office.
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She Wasn’t Allowed in Combat, So They Had Her Train the Fighter Pilots
At age 104, Betty Printz Sims was the oldest female Marine veteran before she died last week
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Missouri Lawmakers Propose Allowing Homicide Charges for Women Who Have Abortions
Some Missouri lawmakers are renewing a call for the state to take an anti-abortion step that goes further than prominent anti-abortion groups want to go and that has not gained much traction in any state so far: a law that would allow homicide charges against women who obtain abortions.
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A Midwestern Hub Joins the Short List of U.S. Cities with an All-Female City Council
When members of the St. Paul City Council are sworn in next month, the two youngest members will be 28 and the oldest 39.
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’Sister Senators’ Break Barriers for Women in Politics
After receiving the prestigious John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award, the group known as the ‘Sister Senators’ join a special edition of WIS News Primetime.
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Nikki Haley’s Gender Trap
Originally published by Sarah Jones for New York Magazine At the Republican debate on Wednesday, Nikki Haley was a popular target. Candidates attacked her repeatedly, sensing that as her…
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First Woman Jumps into Silicon Valley Congressional Race
Originally published by Jana Kadah for the San Jose Spotlight The first woman has entered an already contested congressional race to replace Rep. Anna Eshoo in District 16. Palo Alto Councilmember…