Politics
Elections, legislation, and more politics news from the news editors at Marie Claire.
Politics
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To Elect a Woman President, We Need Men
If we’re serious about expanding opportunities for women, we can’t ignore half the electorate.
By Reshma Saujani Published
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A Nationwide Reaction to the 2024 Election
How are people feeling in this moment? Marie Claire spoke to folks across the country to find out what they were thinking as they cast their votes and waited to hear the results.
By The Editors Published
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The Historic Election Victories Worth Celebrating
Including momentous firsts, abortion protections, and New York's "Equal Rights Amendment."
By Iris Goldsztajn Published
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Kamala Harris Has Lost the 2024 Presidential Election
It's official.
By Jenny Hollander Published
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Impact the Election, Even If You Can’t Vote
Missed the deadline to register? Unable to cast a ballot for some other reason? There are still ways you can make a difference.
By Jessica Goodman Published
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Are White Women Going to Do It Again?
They showed up to the polls for former president Donald Trump in 2016. A look at what to expect this time.
By Laura Bassett Published
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How to Talk Politics With Your Gen Z Voter
We asked young people across the country for their advice. Here's what they wish the adults knew about engaging with them on serious issues.
By Jessica Goodman Published
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Six Political Races You Should Know About
From reproductive healthcare to climate change, there are critical issues on the ballot all across the country. Here's how you can get involved no matter where you live.
By Lorena O'Neil Published
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Childcare Is A Men's Issue, Too
The VP debate revealed only one candidate has a plan for family leave that factors in what women really need.
By Jill Filipovic Published
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How to Help People Impacted By Hurricane Helene
As states begin to pick up the pieces, here’s what you can do.
By The Editors Published
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A Refreshing Conversation About Climate Change
Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson explains that we already have the answers we need to solve global warming.
By Leah Thomas Published
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Trump Has Been Getting More Erratic on Abortion—Kamala Harris Finally Called Him Out
The entire energy of Tuesday night's presidential debate shifted when the two candidates had a heated exchange about abortion rights.
By Lorena O'Neil Published
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Kamala Harris Wears Dark Blue Power Suit to Accept the Democratic Presidential Nomination
Her historic look was custom-designed by Chloé.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
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The 2024 Democratic National Convention Is Full of Meaningful Fashion Moments
From Kamala Harris’s "coconut tree" suit to Michelle Obama's futuristic power set.
By India Roby Last updated
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Michelle Obama's Futuristic DNC Pantsuit Represents Hope in the 2024 Election
"The exhilaration of once again being on the cusp of a brighter day," said the Former First Lady.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
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Why Kamala Harris's DNC Outfit Is So Much More Than Just a Tan Suit
Her DNC look references both President Obama and "coconut trees."
By Kelsey Stiegman Last updated
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The Power and Promise of Kamala Harris
"The stakes in this election couldn’t be clearer. And Vice President Harris has given us reason to hope—a deep and abiding hope that is less about wishing and more about working."
By Ayanna Pressley Published
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Here's Why You May Be Surprised By Kamala Harris Net Worth
Her three bestselling books earned her more than $500,000 in advances.
By Bianca Rodriguez Last updated
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Who Is Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' Pick for Vice President?
The current governor of Minnesota recently called the Trump-Vance ticket "weird."
By Amy Mackelden Published
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Most Republicans Aren't Talking About Gender and Race. Here's Why Kamala Harris Should
The GOP knows that if this becomes a campaign about identity, they’re going to lose.
By Reshma Saujani Published
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Kamala Harris' Attorney General Record, In a Nutshell
She had a tough job to do.
By Alexis Jones Last updated
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Kamala Harris' Critics Are Constantly—And Deliberately—Mispronouncing Her Name
Harris has repeatedly been forced to correct them.
By Danielle Campoamor Last updated
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Inside the Fight to Make Pregnancy Safer
Childbirth can be deadly, especially for Black women. A new initiative is hoping to change that.
By Danielle Campoamor Published
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Are "Roe-Bots" the Future of Abortion Access?
As the Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could severely curtail medication abortion nationwide, one organization showed that reproductive healthcare is here to stay—no matter what.
By Danielle Campoamor Published
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The Women Who Changed the World
Girl power.
By Ineye Komonibo Last updated
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By Going Full "Trad Wife," Republicans Are Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud
Sen. Katie Britt was picked to deliver the State of the Union rebuttal "as a housewife, not just a senator," one GOP lawmaker said.
By Danielle Campoamor Published