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Childcare in the Capitol: As more women run for office, some are bringing their kids

As more women and young people run for public office, they’re bringing more than fresh policy ideas to statehouses

The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2025

Why aren't more moms running for office? One group is hoping to change that

Only 5.3% of all state legislators and 7% of members of Congress are women with children under the age of 18, according to a report by a group dedicated to getting mothers elected to public office.

WEKU · Nov 4, 2022