Gender on the Ballot
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A nonpartisan project from @BLFF_org + @AU_WPI to examine gender dynamics in politics.
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Women's History Month is celebrated every year, but did you ever wonder how it came to be?
What started as a lobby for Congress to recognize Women's History Week ended with Congress officially proclaiming March as National Women's History Month in 1987.
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Happy Birthday to Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi!
As the first woman Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi has demonstrated true confidence. Here are a few lessons from Speaker Emerita Pelosi about knowing your worth! genderontheballot.org/a-lesson-from-…
Oh, we definitely know what we're watching this weekend! Shirley, starring Regina King on Netflix—is about the fabulous and fearless Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress and to run for President on a major party ticket. #ShirleyNetflix #UnboughtandUnbossed
Though Nikki Haley has officially ended her Presidential Campaign, she has made significant strides for GOP women running for executive office. Let's take a look back at what we have noted from her campaign that aligns with Barbara Lee Family Foundation's research: genderontheballot.org/what-weve-seen…
Nikki Haley is the first woman to win a GOP Presidential Primary. 'Regardless of what happens to Nikki Haley's campaign, it'll be studied by women candidates on both sides of the aisle.' — Exec. Director Amanda Hunter via NECN x Lauren Melendez
In 2024, more women of color have stepped up to run for office on multiple levels. Though this is great news for increasing representation, women of color still face inevitable double standards. Read more in our latest by Atima Omara
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Amid a Presidential Election that 'is shaping up to be a showstopper, it is important not to forget down-ballot races.' Learn about the impact of state legislatures in our latest by The First Ask, dedicated to electing progressive women to state chambers ⬇️
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Since launching her presidential campaign in February of 2023, Governor Haley has made a significant impact for women running for executive office. Here’s what Amanda Hunter noted about her on the campaign trail that aligns with Barbara Lee Family Foundation research: genderontheballot.org/what-weve-seen…