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On The Rise
From activists and local leaders to business executives and federal officeholders, women have been instrumental in affecting political change. These 19th profiles tell the stories of women who may not be known yet, but are poised to become household names.
In This Collection
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Katherine Clark on what it means to become the second-highest ranking woman in Congress
The Massachusetts representative spoke to The 19th about her new role and how the women of the 117th Congress will shape the future.
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Groups call for Marcia Fudge to be nominated for Agriculture secretary
Two dozen organizations sent a letter to Biden urging him to select the representative from Ohio and make her the first Black woman to lead the USDA.
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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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Biden could make history with Defense Department pick
A number of women are being considered for key foreign policy posts in Biden’s administration, including what could be the first woman to lead the Pentagon.
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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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Stacey Abrams blew up Georgia’s electoral map
The voting rights activist’s hard work in registering and energizing people is paying off at one of the nation’s most pivotal moments.
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Republican women could double representation in the U.S. House
Election night proved to be a strong showing for Republican women, with at least 23 heading to the lower chamber.
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The women who could help turn Texas blue
If the fabled blue Texas finally happens, women candidates will be behind the shift. Here are five key races to watch.
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is doing things the Atlanta way
With an election looming, what happens in Atlanta — a battleground flashpoint for the COVID-19 crisis, the fight for racial justice and voter suppression — could be key to America’s future.