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The right to vote and the right to stand for election are two fundamental elements of democracy. Notably, many countries did not afford women the right to vote until the 20th Century. Even today, universal suffrage is not a given right in all countries, and women often face obstacles that undermine their participation in political and electoral processes. There are various ways to support women in overcoming these obstacles. Such methods include revising the electoral system used, applying affirmative action mechanisms such as quotas, improving voter education for women and training political candidates. These are a few of the modes available to strengthen women’s political participation .Photo©Jens Franssen

The story of Black women in politics: How we got to Kamala Harris' ascent

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August 20, 2020

The story of Black women in politics: How we got to Kamala Harris' ascent

In the late 1990s, Stacey Abrams faced a decision.

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In the late 1990s, Stacey Abrams faced a decision.

Kamala Harris seeks to crack glass ceiling in US politics as backlash against Trump galvanizes women

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August 19, 2020

Kamala Harris seeks to crack glass ceiling in US politics as backlash against Trump galvanizes women

By Maureen Groppe,

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By Maureen Groppe,

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Democratic women leaders call out sexist news coverage of female vice presidential candidates

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A group of Democratic women leaders is calling out sexist coverage of female Democratic vice presidential contenders — and they're asking that newsrooms do better. 

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A group of Democratic women leaders is calling out sexist coverage of female Democratic vice presidential contenders — and they're asking that newsrooms do better. 

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Women rally across Belarus as thousands detained in post-election protests

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Women rally across Belarus as thousands detained in post-election protests

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Hundreds of women rallied across the capital of Belarus on Wednesday to protest a brutal police crackdown that has left hundreds injured and thousands detained while challenging election results extending the 26-year rule of the country's authoritarian leader.

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Hundreds of women rallied across the capital of Belarus on Wednesday to protest a brutal police crackdown that has left hundreds injured and thousands detained while challenging election results extending the 26-year rule of the country's authoritarian leader.

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Belarus: Authorities threatening women political activists ahead of election

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Belarus: Authorities threatening women political activists ahead of election

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President Alyaksandr Lukashenka seeking re-election next month for sixth consecutive term.

Activists threatened that their children will be taken into state custody, and with sexual violence.

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President Alyaksandr Lukashenka seeking re-election next month for sixth consecutive term.

Activists threatened that their children will be taken into state custody, and with sexual violence.

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They might not win, but 3 women are 'giving hope' to Belarus with an unlikely presidential bid

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They might not win, but 3 women are 'giving hope' to Belarus with an unlikely presidential bid

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Elections in Belarus are usually a boring, predictable affair.

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Elections in Belarus are usually a boring, predictable affair.

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At least 11 women have vied for U.S. vice president. Here’s what happened to them

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At least 11 women have vied for U.S. vice president. Here’s what happened to them

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Biden announced that Kamala Harris would be his running mate in the 2020 presidential election, making Harris, a senator from California, the first Black woman and the first Asian-American woman to run for U.S. vice president on a major party ticket.

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Biden announced that Kamala Harris would be his running mate in the 2020 presidential election, making Harris, a senator from California, the first Black woman and the first Asian-American woman to run for U.S. vice president on a major party ticket.

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Kamala Harris named by Joe Biden as his VP pick

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Kamala Harris named by Joe Biden as his VP pick

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Joe Biden has chosen Kamala Harris, the prominent senator from California whose political career has included many barrier-breaking moments, as his running mate, his campaign announced on Tuesday.

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Joe Biden has chosen Kamala Harris, the prominent senator from California whose political career has included many barrier-breaking moments, as his running mate, his campaign announced on Tuesday.

Australia: Get elected by Ruth McGowan

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August 12, 2020

Australia: Get elected by Ruth McGowan

Disillusioned with politicians and frustrated with politics in general? Stop complaining. Be the change you wish to see. Run for office and Get Elected!

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Disillusioned with politicians and frustrated with politics in general? Stop complaining. Be the change you wish to see. Run for office and Get Elected!

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