Has this election season inspired you to get out to the polls for the first time in a few years? Need to brush up on your Election Day info? The League of Women Voters has a stockpile of information – everything from registration to polling place locations.

Female politicians have made big waves this past year. The first female speaker of the house was sworn in, the most popular governor in America is a woman, and now the NY Times editorial board recommends electing the first female president (even though the Times ran an article addressing political nepotism). Women still remain underrepresented in elected office, accounting for 24%of state legislators, 18% of governors, and about 16% of Congress.

Debates can emphasize form over substance, such as the candidates’ appearance instead of their stands on the issues. You may watch a debate and still not get answers to the questions you have about the candidates and issues.

Think Ahead-Before the debate, ask yourself which issues are most important to you, and jot down what you’d like to learn from each of the candidates.

In her political career, rising from a position on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors to serving as California’s Senior Senator, Sen. Dianne Feinstein has not just had a front row seat to the changing roles of women in politics; she’s been an important player.

More women than ever before are participating in and seeking political positions. We’ve gathered a few articles that highlight the struggles and victories of Women in politics.

In an exclusive MamaVote interview, Senator Mary Landrieu, shares how she got her start in public service as a young woman and shares how she balances her roles of Senator and Mother.

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