When we hear the often-used quote “Well behaved women seldom make history” it is often attributed to famous women such as Eleanor Roosevelt or Marilyn Monroe. However, the quote is actually from Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, a Pulitzer Prize winning historian who studies early America and the history of women. As we celebrate women’s history month […]
Defending Dignity: Advocating for Women in Criminal Justice Reform
In this moment of history, there are many powerful, grassroots movements that are typified by hashtags. Movements like #metoo, #NoDAPL, and #blacklivesmatter come to mind. Seizing the Zeitgeist, #cut50 is an initiative that aims to holistically reform the criminal justice system. Founded by CNN host Van Jones, mayor of Mill Valley Jessica Sloan, and Commissioner […]
Women in Politics: Toward a More Representative Government
As a woman interested in public service, it can be hard to find uplifting headlines, especially when it comes to top leadership positions. That is why I was happy to see the recent news that New Zealand just elected its third female Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, who is the country’s youngest leader in 150 years […]