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Dos and Don’ts on the Campaign Trail

With more women in elective office than ever before, running as a female candidate is no longer as difficult as it was. That doesn’t mean it’s easy.

By Ana Marie Cox

Women in American politics are doing better than ever—but that’s still not very good. At last count, women made up a majority of U.S. citizens, outnumbering men by at least 6 million. It will surprise no one that this majority is not reflected at any level of government. On Capitol Hill, there are 13 female senators, and women represent 60 out… return to article

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