Posts by Kathy Groob
Kamala Harris Becomes the Highest Ranking Woman in the United States
By Kathy Groob, Founder ElectWomen – A glass ceiling was broken today, by a woman of color, born to immigrant parents. Kamala Harris was sworn in as the first woman to be elected to the office of Vice President of the United States. In a day of firsts, Veep Harris is also the first person…
Read MoreMaking History
Woman with multi-cultural background to become next United States Vice President On Wednesday, January 20th, California Senator Kamala Harris will be sworn in as the first woman Vice President of the United States. Her uniquely American story also makes her the first person of color to hold the office. Harris’ Jamaican and Indian born parents,…
Read MoreCharmaine McGuffey wins race for Hamilton County Ohio (Cincinnati) Sheriff
A former Ohio sheriff’s major said she was fired by her former boss because she’s a lesbian. Now she’s the new sheriff in town. Charmaine McGuffey defeated Bruce Hoffbauer Tuesday night to become the next sheriff of Hamilton County. McGuffey ended the night four points ahead of Hoffbauer with 99 percent of the county’s votes…
Read MoreWe’ve lost a great advocate for women candidates
I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of Christine Jahnke. The author of The Well-Spoken Woman, Chris was the very best speech and debate coach for women candidates. She had a remarkable career and was highly respected in Washington D.C. Christine’s book, The Well-Spoken Woman has been highly publicized on ElectWomen for years and…
Read MoreRachel Roberts Files for Kentucky House District 67 Open Seat
More than 80% of Women Winning-endorsed candidates win in 2019
Saint Paul, Minn. – On November 5th, pro-choice women were elected to critical local offices in sweeping victories across Minnesota — more than 80% of Women Winning’s 34 endorsed candidates were elected to School Boards, City Councils, County Boards, and Mayor’s Offices. Results from two races, which including leading pro-choice women candidates, have yet to…
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