THE YEAR OF THE WOMAN...1992 OR 2006???!!!

In the 109^th Congress, there were 67 women, plus three delegates in the U.S. House…14 women in the U.S. Senate.  Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney (D-GA) was defeated in her Democratic Primary. Congresswoman Katherine Harris (R-FL) vacated her seat to make an unsuccessful bid for the U.S. Senate. Congresswomen Melissa Hart (R-PA), Nancy Johnson (R-CT), Sue Kelly (R-NY), and Anne Northup (R-KY) were defeated in their re-election bids.  In the 110^th Congress, there will be 71 women, plus three delegates (53 D/21 D)…16 women in the U.S. Senate (11 D/5 R)…a gain in both Chambers!.  >>READ MORE

The mid-term elections gave democrats a majority in the top state house leadership with 28 democratic elected governors (vs. 22 Republican controlled).  Prior to November 7^th, there were 8 female governors; on November 8^th, increase that number by one to 9.

Sarah was elected to two terms on the Wasilla City Council, and then two terms as the Mayor / Manager of Alaska's fastest growing community. During her tenure as Mayor she reduced property tax levels while increasing services and made Wasilla a business friendly environment drawing in new industry. The responsibility of managing dozens of employees including a growing police department and public works department, and overseeing the multimillion dollar capital and operating budgets provided her with hands-on, 21st Century relevant administrative experience. Sarah's demonstrated leadership was also recognized when she was elected by her mayoral peers as President of the Alaska Conference of Mayors. In this role, she worked with local, state and federal officials to promote solutions to the needs of Alaska's communities.

U. S, SENATE ELECTS 2 ADDITIONAL WOMEN!!

VIRTUAL MEETINGS...

On Tuesday, October 24, 2006 we presented “Altering the Leadership Landscape”.  You can view the audio and powerpoint presentation on our web site at News and Events.

Altering the Leadership Landscape addressed the fact that in the last decade the number of women elected to state legislatures across the United States has decreased from 28% to 22% and how the International Women’s Democracy Center designed the Pipeline Project to ensure that the next generation of women leaders have the tools and skills to effectively engage in policy and decision-making roles within their own communities.  The Pipeline workshop is a two-day experiential learning program that includes topics such as: How to Make the Decision to Run; Research: Candidate Presentation; Working with the Media: Building a Campaign Team: Fundraising and Budgeting: Integrating Technology into the Campaign:  Win/Lose – What are the next steps

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Quote of the MOnth...

“Every two years the American politics industry fills the airwaves with the most virulent, scurrilous, wall-to-wall character assassination of nearly every political practitioner in the country - and then declares itself puzzled that America has lost trust in its politicians.”  ~Charles Krauthammer, Washington Post Columnist

wHAT IS PIPELINE TO THE PRESIDENCY?

The U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce – Pipeline to the Presidency – is the 21st century revolution to end "taxation without representation for women" by establishing proportionate women's leadership in U.S. politics.

Pipeline has one goal: To radically increase the level of influence women have in politics and the political system.

To achieve this goal, the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce is empowering a proven and powerful leader - Nancy Hurlbert - as the National Director of Pipeline to the Presidency. 

Nancy will work with organizations and individuals to:

• Flood the Gates:  We can't win if we don't play! To get more women elected, we must have more women candidates. And, we must support them through financial donations, volunteer support, and votes!
• Position Women Leaders: Perception is everything! We must position women leaders strongly to the public at large. As women are seen as strong leaders, voters will place their confidence in us.
• Influence the Influencers:  The political system plays a tremendous role in candidate selection and support. Pipeline to the Presidency will bring women closer to the key party and political decision makers.
• The Gateway to Women in Politics – A Repository of Information, Connections, and Support:  There are many voices working to increase the influence of women in politics. Pipeline to the Presidency will establish one gateway to information so that supporters can easily connect to resources, advocates, and information. 

Support the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce – Pipeline to the Presidency!  >>REGISTER HERE.