There will be a record number of women in the 116th Congress, and 67 percent of Americans feel positive about that, including about 4 in 10 who are excited about it. Most of the women who will join Congress in January are Democrats, and the poll finds Democrats are especially […] Read more »
Black Voters Propelled Blue Wave, Study Finds
Democratic wins in the 2018 midterms were driven largely by African American voters — particularly black women — who increasingly associate the GOP with President Trump’s perceived hostility toward people of color and immigrants, according to an analysis released Monday. The report by the NAACP, the racial justice nonprofit Advancement […] Read more »
In Year Two of #MeToo, Fears About Sexual Assault Remain
It’s been just over a year since the #MeToo movement began, which revealed and prompted firings over cases of sexual assault and harassment committed by celebrities, politicians and other notable public figures. But as the movement heads into its second year, the percentage of American women who say they “frequently” […] Read more »
These 5 charts explain who voted how in the 2018 midterm election
The 2018 midterm election dramatically shifted the balance of power in the House of Representatives, from Republican to Democratic control. Many expected that, given President Trump’s relatively low approval rating. Historically, that had meant the president’s party would lose many House races. Pre-election polling largely confirmed the likely Democratic takeover. […] Read more »
Five Takeaways From Democrats’ House Triumph
… With 75 competitive races, it will take more time than usual to take stock of Tuesday’s powerful, if uneven, wave. But here are a few initial impressions in the aftermath of a whirlwind night: 1. This was mostly a suburban revolt. Democrats easily swept out most of the Republicans […] Read more »
Democrats won women’s vote for Congress by the largest margin seen in midterm exit polls
Women made history in the 2018 midterm elections. Democrats won women’s vote for Congress by 19 points, with 59 percent voting Democrat and 40 percent voting Republican — the largest margin seen in midterm exit polls, according to data from CNN. The last time women voted for Democrats anywhere near […] Read more »