The number of women in elected offices remains below 25 percent. The United States ranks 39th among nations in terms of women in office. Women are working to recruit and encourage women candidates through organizations such as the White House Project, which aims to put a woman in the Oval Office. Other obstacles include lack of time for mothers of young children, rebuffs by party leaders, and intense scrutiny that threatens privacy. Fourteen women's political groups have united this year to form the Women's Information and Resource Candidate Clearinghouse to get more women into politics.
Recent polls show that voters trust female candidates more than male candidates.
Marilyn Monroe wore a SIZE 12. If Barbie were a real woman, she'd have to walk on all fours due to her proportions. One out of every 4 college aged women has an eating disorder. As AAUW members, you are well-informed about the issues in your community, nation, and the world. Being informed is especially important because as part of AAUW's Voter Education Campaign, you play a significant role in engaging women voters on the issues.