Through rigorous vetting and campaigning, political candidates need to convince the electorate they can actually win the offices they’re aiming to capture. For women, the term “electability” has taken on a different meaning — and often cloaks long-held sexist views toward women and their ability to lead.
The gun safety group says that one of its big takeaways is that nonpartisan messaging is key to wins, especially in state and local offices.
The vice president's speech in front of Zeta Phi Beta was just one of nearly a dozen engagements she has held with the Divine Nine since taking office.
The vice president’s evolution over the past three and a half years can be summarized as a playlist from the once-in-a-generation entertainer.
"They’re not trolling her just to troll her. There’s a broader effort at play that is connected to undermining women’s participation in democracy and women holding office.”
A record number of women were elected to statehouses last year. But in the Southeast, representation is lagging as lawmakers pass bills like near-total abortion bans.
The rapid gains Republican women have made since 2018 could be a signal for how the party fares in this year’s midterms
Since the early 20th century, women have filled seats in Congress left vacant by the death of their partners. If Jennifer Carnahan in Minnesota wins her race this week, she could be the 49th.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her support last week for term limits for statewide offices, including her job. Some political organizers and academic experts see a potential ripple effect.
New research shows that as girls age, they’re conditioned to lose interest and ambition in politics. The opposite happens for boys.
"I want by the end of my administration, for every woman to say there are no barriers, there is no longer a ceiling."