At least 20 states have introduced “Don’t Say Gay” laws this year. But in a handful of states, versions of the legislation have existed for decades.
Cecile Scoon, the first Black woman to serve as president of the League of Women Voters of Florida, spoke with The 19th about a recent voting rights victory and efforts to bring in new members as lawmakers consider new maps.
Analysis | In a polarized era, many point to what they see as a potent partisan strategy: the weaponization of Black womanhood.
Spearheaded by women in Congress, legislation signed into law on Wednesday will honor the first two women to sit on the Supreme Court.
Such formal parental leave policies are extremely rare in statehouses. That’s changing as more women and young people serve in public office.
Bills banning hormone treatment and puberty blockers for trans youth, plus a bathroom bill with a 'Don't Say Gay' amendment, could harm trans youth even if they are blocked by courts.
More than 1 in 4 registered voters are women ages 50 and older, but a new AARP poll found that the majority are unsure how they’ll vote in November.
The Senate has voted to confirm Jackson, whose history-making confirmation sets up the first all-women liberal wing on the court. The 19th examines what she means to the Supreme Court and the legal profession.
It will likely take weeks or even months for the full impact of the decision to become clear.
A Colorado county official who was charged last month with election tampering has embraced falsehoods about the 2020 election. Insider threats to elections are rare, but a new report raises concerns.