Posts by Kathy Groob
Networking Key to Success For Woman Candidates
Founder of eWomen Network Speaks Out on How to Find Success, By Brandy Bailey, Contributor ElectWomen Magazine Sandra Yancey, Founder and CEO of eWomen Network spoke recently to a group of nearly 100 women in Cincinnati, Ohio on the topic of achieving your personal goals and success. Her speech focused largely on business, but much…
Read MoreBreaking Up the Boys Club – Ohio Democrat Jennifer Brunner Seeks U.S. Senate Seat
When U.S. Senator George Voinovich announced he was not going to seek re-election in 2010, the Democratic powers at be in Ohio lined up one of their own to seek the party’s nomination. Governor Ted Strickland endorsed his Lt. Governor, Lee Fischer pronouncing him as “the most qualified” Democrat. But not so fast, Ohio Secretary…
Read MoreQ & A With Judicial Candidate Phyllis Williams of Georgia
ElectWomen Magazine went up close and personal with Phyllis Williams, 2010 candidate for DeKalb State Court Judge in Georgia. 1. How difficult is it to balance working with running for political office? This was a big consideration with respect to making the decision to run for Judge because I am a trial attorney with…
Read More2009 Ready to Run™ Workshop Set for October 10
Since 2005, the Women’s Fund of Greater Omaha and the former Lincoln-Lancaster Women’s Commission (now the Lincoln Mayor’s Commission on Women) have collaborated on presenting crucial connections and information to encourage and support women running for elected office. Ready to Run™ is a non-partisan program developed by the Center for American Women and Politics,…
Read MorePioneer for Women’s Campaign Strategy Paves the Way for Candidates
By Kathy Groob, Publisher ElectWomen Magazine. One woman, and her band of supporters pioneered the way for women candidates to become viable and win elections. In 1984, “women had no way to be seen as credible candidates because they couldn’t raise money,” said EMILY’s List founder and President, Ellen Malcolm. “How could we get the political…
Read MoreWomen Deliver Powerful Messages at College Commencements
As the 2009 college and university commencement season comes to a close, ElectWomen Magazine highlights some of the women who delivered speeches across the United States. President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, Mount Holyoke College “Over 40 years ago, when I was in my midteens, I announced at home that I had decided to become a…
Read MoreWomen Business Owners Making a Positive Impact on the Economy
By Dr. Marsha Firestone, contributing Women On Business writer The Center for Women’s Business Research has just released “Key Facts about Women-Owned Businesses”. The information is not only useful in keeping us updated on the progress that women in business make each year, but is also a way to track the achievements of businesswomen even…
Read MoreCAREER WATCH: Women Are Seen Bridging Gap in Science Opportunities
By CORNELIA DEAN, New York Times The prospects for women who are scientists and engineers at major research universities have improved, although women continue to face inequalities in salary and access to some other resources, a panel of the National Research Council concludes in a new report. In recent years ”men and women…
Read MoreMissouri Women Have The Sue Shear Institute on Their Side
By Kathy Groob, Publisher ElectWomen Magazine For the past 11 years, Missouri women have had a strong advocate on their side. The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life at the University of Missouri is working to put more women in public office, on boards and commissions and in leadership positions. “Women do a…
Read MoreSotomayor Attacked for Membership in Women’s Networking Group
Sotomayor Defends Ties to Association By CHARLIE SAVAGE and DAVID D. KIRKPATRICK, New York Times WASHINGTON — Judge Sonia Sotomayor on Monday defended her membership in an all-female networking club, telling senators preparing for her Supreme Court confirmation hearing that the group did not discriminate in an inappropriate way. Judge Sotomayor made the remarks in a cover letter for 10 documents the White House…
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