Latest from Barbara Rodriguez
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‘I’ve had to fight to be taken seriously’: Women with Ph.Ds respond to Dr. Jill Biden column
For women in academia, the Wall Street Journal op-ed about the future first lady’s title struck a nerve.
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Lina Hidalgo on leading one of America’s largest counties during the pandemic
The county judge of Texas’ most populous county thinks there’s a better way to handle the state’s pandemic response. But as she faces resistance from state officials, she turns to the "bully pulpit."
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A record number of women will serve in statehouses next year
New data shows women will represent just over 30 percent of all legislative seats, and will increase the number of women-majority chambers.
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Biden to nominate Avril Haines as director of national intelligence, the first woman in the role
Haines previously held top intelligence positions under the Obama administration.
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Women of color made history in local races around the country
The gains preview a more diverse pipeline of political power, especially for Democrats.
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After a voter died, her own daughter had to challenge her ballot
Sara Knotts, a county election director in North Carolina, hopes her experience underscores the integrity of elections administrators’ work around the country.
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Black women tripled their representation in Washington statehouse
A new political action committee was formed to support Black women candidates this year. Its organizers hope the wins show the potential to increase representation in statehouses.
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Women and LGBTQ+ voters celebrate Harris’ win
The ascension of Harris, the woman of color vice president-elect, prompts bipartisan celebration.
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As the nation waits for results, women election officials challenge disinformation
Women hold top election positions in key battleground states where counting ballots for the presidential election is underway.
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Transgender candidates make historic gains in statehouses around the country
The number of out transgender state lawmakers will nearly double, following a trend in increased trans representation in legislative chambers.