“Despite [the president’s] attempts to marginalize us and to silence us, please know that we are more than four people. We ran on a mandate to advocate for and represent those ignored, left out and left behind. Our squad is big.”
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LISTEN: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Sounds Off on Why Women’s Political Leadership Matters
“Women will make the difference in the quality of leadership it brings to the Congress.”
Holding the Line for Women
Inspired by the massive Women’s March movement, encouraged by feminist organizations and energized by passionate volunteers, record numbers of women candidates—many of them first-timers—stepped forward to run for office in the midterm elections. And they won in historic numbers.
Feminists are Pushing for Pelosi as Speaker in the Wake of a Pink Wave
“At a time like this, we need an experienced Speaker of the House who has a proven record of passing landmark legislation that improves the lives of the American people. That leader, without a shadow of a doubt, is Nancy Pelosi.”
Go Nancy Go!
Nancy Pelosi today spoke out in support of DREAMers on the House floor for eight hours. She wore four-inch heels and drank only water. It was the longest speech in floor history.
Nancy Pelosi Re-Elected House Minority Leader
House minority leader Nancy Pelosi has championed healthcare and women’s rights since 2003. On Wednesday night, she re-earned her place as one of the most powerful Speakers of the House to date.
What’s Next for Violence Against Women Act?
Congress failed to renew the legislation, which is credited with saving hundreds of thousands of lives by providing important protections for victims of abuse and designating millions of dollars for battered women’s shelters, abuse prevention programs and law enforcement.
Nancy Pelosi Is Still Leader of the Pack
House Leader Nancy Pelosi announced to her caucus Wednesday morning that she will continue to serve as minority leader in the upcoming session of Congress. In a press conference Wednesday […]
Weinergate, the Black Church and Child Brides: Editors’ Picks, 6/5-6/11
There has been a lot written this week about “Weinergate” after Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-N.Y.), known for his House floor diatribes, admitted Monday to having sexual Internet relationships with at […]
Secret Handshakes, Misogynist Rappers and Unfunny Men: Editors’ Picks, 4/10-4/16
“They never let her learn the secret handshake there.” Katie Couric’s five-year run as anchor on CBS Evening News is reportedly coming to an end. The New York Times reveals […]