A Big Win for Women

Statement by National NOW President Kim Villanueva  WASHINGTON— This election was a big win for women—and not just because two strong women leaders won races for Governor, the first woman Mayor was elected in Detroit and a woman will become the first Black mayor of Syracuse.  These and other victories showed that voters are ready Read more …

Hundreds gather in Springfield for annual Democrat Days of the Ozarks

“On Saturday, the conference featured breakout sessions as well as ticketed events featuring Democratic candidates running for statewide offices and keynote speakers Christian F. Nunes, president of the National Organization for Women, and David Pepper, former chair of the Ohio Democratic Party.”

The Return of Feminist Champions to the White House

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today’s victory for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris was fueled by the commitment and resolve of millions of feminists who voted in record numbers.  Our vote is our voice—and we used it in this election to make history.  After four long years, we will finally put feminist champions back in the White House. Vice President–Elect Kamala Harris “stands on the shoulders” of the giants who came before her to make history Read more …

Democracy Demands That We Count Every Vote

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This election made history with a record turnout fueled by the enthusiasm, commitment and resolve of millions of women.  We voted early.  We voted by mail. We voted in person.  But our work isn’t finished just yet. We made our voices heard and now we have to make sure that our votes are counted.   This election is not up to Donald Trump, it’s up to Read more …