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Why does a former restaurant chain CEO decide to run for president, but a beloved New Jersey governor decide against it? Why would a junior senator from Illinois launch a presidential campaign against an opponent with two decades more experience? Every political race has its share of unlikely hopefuls, as well as a handful of apparent shoo-ins who decide to abstain. As the 2012 presidential and congressional elections approach, the question looms large: What makes people decide to run for office in the first place? Check out Chapter 4 for an in-depth look at gender and political ambition!
Fall 2010-Spring 2011
I am thrilled to share with you all that the Women & Politics Institute has accomplished in the last twelve months. Our academic research, classes, leadership training programs,and special events are closing the gender gap in political leadership! Please take a look at some of the 2010 – 2011 highlights and consider supporting our efforts in 2011 – 2012. With your help, we can offer more courses, enroll more students, train more leaders, spearhead more discussions, and ensure that more women enter political life.
August 2010
I cannot believe that it has been a year since I became the Director of the Women & Politics Institute. It is even harder for me to believe all that we have accomplished in the last twelve months. Our academic research, classes, leadership training programs, and special events are closing the gender gap in political leadership! Please take a look at some of the 2009 – 2010 academic year highlights and consider supporting our efforts in 2010 – 2011.