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Yuh-Line Niou wants to become the first openly autistic member of Congress
The New York state assemblymember is at the front of a crowded pack of Democrats heading into the Aug. 23 primary.
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The clean energy transition will create a lot of jobs — for men
The investment in climate action from the Inflation Reduction Act will help create millions of jobs. But experts say changes are needed for women to reap those benefits.
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Kamala Harris made history — so her husband did, too
Doug Emhoff is the nation’s first second gentleman. As he’s settled into the role, he’s trying to model what it means to be a man who supports gender equity.
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Indiana becomes first state to pass abortion ban after Roe v. Wade reversal
The legislation was signed by Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb shortly after it passed the Senate. It will go into effect September 15.
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The midterms, a milestone and the myth of the monolith: How 2022 could build on women’s representation
Analysis | In a month when we mark anniversaries of the 19th Amendment and the Voting Rights Act, we examine what progress means for women and our democracy.
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‘Our freedoms are under attack’: Women express hopelessness about the state of the country
The 19th was granted exclusive access to listen in on discussions with a group of women who identify as Democrats or soft partisans. These were their concerns.
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Arizona Republican governor’s race pits a candidate backed by Trump vs. one backed by Pence
Trump-backed Kari Lake resorted to claims of election fraud as Pence-backed Karrin Taylor Robson’s campaign surged.
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Block on Biden's Title IX rule is part of broader attack on key LGBTQ+ rights case, experts say
More legal battles to limit Bostock v. Clayton County are expected in conservative courts, experts say.
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How the country’s first openly gay senator is asking GOP colleagues to back marriage equality
Ten Republican senators need to support the Respect for Marriage Act to ensure passage.
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Why Vice President Kamala Harris mentioned her blue suit at a disability rights meeting
Harris met with disability rights leaders to mark the anniversary of the ADA. So why are we talking about her suit?