Roll Call – Democrat Rick Weiland’s recent announcement to run for Senate leaves one massive question in the South Dakota race: Will former Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D., run too? With Weiland in, the potential for a high-profile primary between Herseth Sandlin and the son of retiring Sen. Tim Johnson appears to be over. Weiland… Continue Reading
Helene Neville Running Across America – In an ElectWomen T-shirt
Helene Neville, an American nurse and fitness coach, began running seriously after a battle with cancer in the 1990s. Last week she began a run across America and today entered the capitol at Olympia Washington wearing an ElectWomen t-shirt. From May 1st to June 15, 2013, Helene will run the 1,520 mile route (2,568 km) runs from… Continue Reading
New York is for Women
By Kathy Groob, Founder ElectWomen.com – During a recent trip to the Big Apple where I attended a week’s worth of events supporting women in politics and leadership, I discovered the secret to their success—other women. Women’s organizations and women-driven political action committees that engage in activities to encourage and support women who run for… Continue Reading
Clinton waiting in the wings, Democratic group paves way for a woman president
By Michael O’Brien, Political Reporter, NBC News– NBC’s Domenico Montanaro talks about the decision made by the Emily’s List group to start a campaign to place a woman in the White House. The group’s efforts include a new ad with an obvious message towards Hillary Clinton. With former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton waiting in the… Continue Reading