(Washington, DC – February 21, 2024) The National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC) proudly endorses Congresswoman Barbara Lee of Oakland, CA and Congresswoman Katie Porter of Irvine, CA. for the U.S. Senate.  “The state of California has had a female in the U.S. Senate for more than 30 years and we need to continue to have female representation,” stated Deidre Malone, President of the NWPC. “Studies show that when women are empowered to lead, all of society benefits. Women in public office are more likely to advance gender equality and address women’s and family interests ..read more

(Kansas City, Missouri, Via GKCWPC – February 16, 2024) As we come together in the wake of the tragic events at the Super Bowl parade in Kansas City, we appreciate the outpouring of support from around the country. With nearly a million people attending the event, it is impossible not to have a personal connection to those who were traumatized by the senseless violence. Among the 23 victims of this horrific shooting, we mourn the loss of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, whose life was tragically cut short while she was enjoying the day with her family. Half of the victims were children under the age of 16 ..read more

(Washington, DC, Via the National Women’s Political Caucus Foundation – January 8, 2024) The National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC) Foundation, the premier non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to shaping the next generation of women in politics, held their biennial election in December, for the 2024 Executive Board of Directors. Founded in 2012, the NWPC Foundation mission is “to build an endowment fund that will provide a reliable income stream for the National Women’s Political Caucus, Inc., and its affiliated State and Local Caucuses’ leadership development, education and resea ..read more

(Washington, DC – October 1, 2023) The National Women’s Political Caucus congratulates Laphonza Butler on her historic appointment to the Senate. She will become the only Black woman currently serving in the U.S. Senate and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to represent California in the chamber. The decision to appoint Ms. Butler shows a continued effort to gain representation in the Senate. As a champion for reproductive healthcare and equality, we know that Ms. Butler will serve the people of California honorably. About the National Women’s Political Caucus  The National Women’s Political ..read more

(Washington, DC – September 29, 2023) The National Women’s Political Caucus mourns the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein, the longest serving woman in the United States Senate and a champion for equality.  As one of the most powerful voices in the Senate, she blazed a trail for generations of women who followed her into elected office. Senator Feinstein was the first woman president of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, the first woman mayor of San Francisco, and one of the first women elected to the U.S. Senate from California. We pay tribute to her and mourn her loss with ou ..read more

Deidre Malone has been Elected President to Lead the National Women’s Political Caucus (Washington, DC – August 14, 2023) The National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC) elected long term member Deidre Malone as its 15th President during its 26th Biennial Conference in Richmond, VA last weekend. Malone, the two-time NWPC Tennessee Caucus President, follows out-going president Donna Lent who served eight years in the leadership role.  “It’s an honor to follow former president Donna Lent who has been extremely dedicated to NWPC and done a great deal to take it’s work to another level,” stated ..read more

BY MARGUERITE COOPER (pulled from asfa.org) It is helpful in moving forward to look back to see where we have come from as we seek a diplomatic service reflective of the American population and values. This article will briefly summarize what near ground zero looked like 50 years ago for women and their struggle to end the discriminatory policies and practices that had restricted their status and roles in the foreign affairs agencies. It is based on my own experience as a woman Foreign Service officer at the State Department, as well as interviews conducted at the time by others and held in Ra ..read more

(Washington, DC – 6/24/23) Today marks one year since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Since then, dozens of states have passed abortion bans, leaving millions of people with little or no access to safe reproductive healthcare. Anti-abortion groups are advocating for even more severe restrictions, including promoting a nationwide ban of the abortion pill mifepristone. Though the past year has been a terrifying time for people who need abortions, pro-choice activists have been hard at work to protect access to safe reproductive healthcare. In states like Kansas, Ken ..read more

What is the problem? Unsolicited lewd photos, or cyberflashing, refers to when an unsolicited photo of a person’s genitals is sent without consent. This happens to people of all ages – through social media, dating apps, professional work accounts, and more. Anyone can be a victim of cyberflashing at any time. These images leave a lasting impact on victims, their mental health, and feeling of physical safety. Cyberflashing infringes on sexual autonomy, privacy, and the right to live life free from harassment. Flashing is a crime – shouldn’t cyberflashing hold the same consequences?&n ..read more

By Lauren Ellis, NWPC Political Planning Intern The Equal Rights Amendment was initially called the Lucretia Mott Amendment when Alice Paul wrote it almost a century ago.  Alice Paul knew the fight for women’s rights was not over with the ratification of the 19th Amendment when she wrote, “Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex. The Congress shall have the power to enforce, by appropriate legislation, the provisions of this article.” It took almost 50 years for Congress to pass the ERA and send it to the stat ..read more