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General Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, U.S. Military Trailblazer

Gen. Jacqueline Desiree Van Ovost, born on September 29, 1965, stands as a distinguished figure in the United States Air Force, currently serving as the 14th Commander of U.S. Transportation Command since October 15, 2021. President Biden nominated her for this role on March 5, 2021, marking a significant milestone in her impressive military career…

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Role Model Effect: Fictional Females Fuel Real-World Empowerment

While real-life female politicians like Hillary Clinton, Kamala Harris, and Nikki Haley inspire women to engage in politics, the impact isn’t limited to the tangible world. Importantly, recent research suggests that fictional female lead characters in political TV shows can also be powerful catalysts for increasing women’s interest in and participation in politics…

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Clara Brugada Aims for Historic Win as Mexico City Mayor

Mexico’s ruling party, the National Regeneration Movement (MORENA), has chosen veteran politician Clara Brugada as its candidate for Mexico City mayor, positioning her strongly for a potential victory in the upcoming June election. If successful, Brugada would follow in the footsteps of President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador’s leftist party, with the outgoing mayor, Claudia Sheinbaum, also hailing from MORENA…

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White House Launches Initiative to Bridge Gaps in Women’s Health Research

In a bid to address significant gaps in research on women’s health, the White House, under the leadership of First Lady Jill Biden, has introduced a new initiative aimed at fostering innovation and investment in women’s healthcare. The initiative seeks to establish clear priorities for federal research investments, enhance coordination among agencies, engage scientific communities, promote public-private partnerships, and formulate recommendations to tackle health disparities affecting women…

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Early Champion of Women’s Rights and Social Justice: Michelle Bachelet

Michelle Bachelet, born on September 29, 1951, in Santiago, Chile, emerged as a transformative figure in Chilean politics, championing women’s rights and social justice. Her journey, which was characterized by personal tragedy and political tenacity, enabled her to become Chile’s first female president in 2006, shattering conventional wisdom and shocking traditional Catholics…

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Remembering Senator Dianne Feinstein: A Pioneer in Politics, Advocate for Change

Over the weekend, California Jewish activists gathered to pay tribute to the late Senator Dianne Feinstein, remembering her as a shrewd and influential politician whose legacy extends far beyond her years of service. Feinstein, who passed away in Washington at the age of 90, leaves behind a remarkable record of achievements in reducing gun violence and domestic assault and as a trailblazing figure who inspired a generation of women to engage in politics…

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