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Political toxicity disproportionately impacts women in office, with rising harassment and structural biases creating significant barriers to their participation and retention. New research from the Center for American Women and Politics highlights the high costs of these toxic environments for female leaders. Explore the full study at

What are the costs of political toxicity for women politicians? And how do they differ from the effects of toxicity on men? Explore CAWP's leadership training programs, events, and ways to support or join our mission to advance women's political participation and representation in American politics.

Keisha Lance Bottoms is running to become Georgia's first Black female governor, focusing on her family story and policy rather than solely campaigning on breaking barriers. Her strategy leverages a personal brand and coalition-building to win over voters in her historic gubernatorial bid. Read the full story at

Keisha Lance Bottoms is chasing history without campaigning on it The former Atlanta mayor is trying to become the nation's first Black woman governor. But she's not talking much about it.

Why does the U.S. presidency remain the ultimate glass ceiling? compiled a century of data analyzing systemic campaign hurdles, voter biases, and gendered expectations faced by women running for executive office.Read the research:

Women and the Presidency Explore CAWP's leadership training programs, events, and ways to support or join our mission to advance women's political participation and representation in American politics.

Major shift in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race. 🗳️Following state Sen. Mallory McMorrow’s decision to suspend her campaign, WomenCount has officially added U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens to its 2026 Top 10 slate as she prepares for the August 4 primary against Abdul El-Sayed.Support competitive women running:

Major shift in Michigan Last week we debuted our 2026 Top 10 slate, and we already have our first update.