The Editorial Board of the New York Times writes: “President Obama was wise to nominate Janet Yellen, vice chairwoman of the Federal Reserve, to be the Fed’s next leader. As a deeply respected economist, she will bring two vital attributes to that role a…
President Obama’s nomination of Janet Yellen is great news for women, working families, the elderly and everyone struggling in today’s economy.
Isaiah J. Poole writes for the Center for American Progress’ blog: “News stories around the country have trumpeted a public pension ‘crisis’ in various states, featuring elected officials who insist that these crises justify slashing the retirement benef…
As my husband began the long and tiresome road to recovery, it became clear to me how fortunate I was to have the option and the means to stay home and help my husband convalesce. I knew that millions of women throughout the United States do not have that option, forcing them to choose between earning a paycheck or quitting their jobs to stay home and care for a sick child, spouse, partner or parent.
Both campaigns know they can’t win without strong support from women.