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Where are the women candidates?

Oct 1, 2024
Women are more than half the population, and underrepresented at every level of government. To fix this, more women need to run for office. 
Texas 34th Congressional District candidate Mayra Flores, left, and Maryland U.S. Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks, right, are two of the women running for office in 2024. (Getty Images)
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Let's do the numbers on women in politics

Sep 24, 2024
Beyond the intrinsic value of gender parity in politics, there's evidence that getting more women elected and politically active makes good economic sense too. Let's do the numbers. 
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What if teens ran the government?

Sep 10, 2024
In "Boys State" and "Girls State," young politicos simulate democracy during a weeklong camp.
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