By Kathy Groob, Founder ElectWomen – Former disgraced Congressman Anthony Weiner has announced through a video commercial that he is entering the race for New York City Mayor. Why is this important to ElectWomen? Because of the double-standard. No woman candidate would have a chance at being taken seriously in a political race if she… Continue Reading
Wendy Greuel falls short in quest for LA Mayor
By Catherine Saillant, Los Angeles Times Three-term City Councilman Eric Garcetti’s relentless campaigning paid off early Wednesday as he decisively won a hard-fought race to become Los Angeles’ next mayor, scoring well with voters across the sprawling city and even challenging rival Wendy Greuel on her home turf in the San Fernando Valley. Garcetti took… Continue Reading
Michelle Nunn GA U.S. Senate Announcement Coming Soon
By Kyle Trygstad, Roll Call - After appearing at a weekend fundraiser for Senate Democrats, party leaders expect Michelle Nunn to make a final decision on the Georgia Senate race within weeks. “The national party is working with Michelle, and I think we will probably have an announcement relatively soon on whether she’s in or not,”… Continue Reading
State Rep. Connie Pillich officially launches campaign against Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel
CLEVELAND, Ohio — State Rep. Connie Pillich, a Democrat from the Cincinnati area known for spoiling Tea Party dreams, has found her next target: Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel. Pillich told The Plain Dealer she officially will declare her candidacy for treasurer Monday. “I look at this type of office as a natural extension of my… Continue Reading
Mayoral Candidate Claims Jesus Endorsed Her
By SENI TIENABESO, ABC News - MIAMI May 14, 2013 When North Miami voters get into the booth to vote for a new mayor today they will have to choose among a colorful cast of candidates, including a woman who claims she was endorsed by Jesus. Anna Pierre is likely the best known of the eight candidates… Continue Reading