All articles tagged with #women candidates
Democrats’ hunt for ‘authentic’ candidates highlights a gender- and race-based double standard: white male contenders survive serious missteps and extensive vetting while women and candidates of color face harsher scrutiny and more limited pathways, raising questions about who gets permission to be ‘authentic’ in American politics.
As Mexicans prepare to vote on June 2, the country faces severe violence from organized crime and a polarized political climate. The election is historic, with two leading female candidates, Claudia Sheinbaum and Xochitl Galvez, representing continuity and change, respectively. The outcome could impact marginalized groups and Mexico's approach to clean energy, amid ongoing challenges like water shortages and cartel violence.
The first independent public poll in the race to be Philadelphia's 100th mayor shows a statistical tie among the Democratic candidates, with three women in the lead. Rebecca Rhynhart, Cherelle Parker, and Helen Gym are the top three candidates, respectively, with undecided voters leading the pack. The poll had a "credibility interval" of 3.8%, which wipes away the difference between the leaders. With so many voters still undecided, the outcome on May 16 is far from clear.