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Commentary By Carah Ong Whaley

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September 28, 2023

Why Haven’t We Had A Woman President? By Carah Ong Whaley and Kylie Holzman

KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE

— Like so many other female politicians, Nikki Haley faces a “woman problem” and must combat sexist rhetoric that is prevalent in politics and has been since Victoria C. Woodhull became the first woman to run for president in 1872.

— Campaigns and elections are more challenging for women than men due to structural disadvantages, including media coverage of candidates, public opinion, and stereotypes.

— Fewer men than women think many Americans are ready to elect a woman to higher office.

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June 8, 2023

Moving Beyond the Good Ol’ Boys Club: Recent Trends in Women’s Representation in State Legislatures By Carah Ong Whaley

KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE

— The percentage of women in state legislatures has increased in recent years. However, there is still a significant gender gap in most states as women have not reached parity in representation.

— The majority of women in state legislatures are Democrats. While more Republican women ran for office in 2022 than in previous years, that didn’t amount to closing the gender gap in representation.

— The percentage of women in state legislatures has increased more in Western and Northeastern states than in Midwestern and Southern states. This is likely due to a number of factors, including the political climate, the level of motivation and activism among women, and the availability of resources for women’s campaigns.

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March 16, 2023

A First Look at 2024 State Supreme Court Contests By Carah Ong Whaley

KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE

— The fate of Wisconsin’s state supreme court will be decided next month.

— About two-thirds of the states will have supreme court elections next year.

— Key states with supreme court elections to watch in 2024 include Kentucky, Michigan, Montana, North Carolina, and Ohio.

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