Author: Joan E Greve in Washington

UK

The halls of the US Congress have long been dominated by men, but over a century after the first woman was elected, a record 150 women now serve in Congress. This increase in female representation has also led to more young women assuming leadership roles as chiefs of staff, giving them direct access to lawmakers and the ability to influence policy. Many of these young women were inspired to enter politics after Hillary Clinton’s loss in 2016, and they now see an opportunity to not only defeat Donald Trump but also elect Kamala Harris as the first female president. These…

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