Lucy Gettman
@lgettman.bsky.social
Adjunct Professorial Lecturer, and Editor, Gender on the Ballot, American University
Congratulations to the @au-wpi.bsky.social on an outstanding year of scholarship & leadership training!
As we close out 2025, here’s a snapshot of what WPI has been working on this year. For recent highlights and updates, check out our December 2025 newsletter: mailchi.mp/american.edu...
December 1, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Congratulations to the @au-wpi.bsky.social on an outstanding year of scholarship & leadership training!
Nov. 4th resulted in historic "firsts" for women in politics. Read more in Gender on the Ballot: November 7, 2025:
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Gender on the Ballot Weekly Round Up
November 7, 2025
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November 8, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Nov. 4th resulted in historic "firsts" for women in politics. Read more in Gender on the Ballot: November 7, 2025:
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New from #OnGender: @lgettman.bsky.social , editor for Gender on the Ballot, discusses how gender stereotypes persist in venues like bookstores: “Everything in the other magazine sections could have been “Women’s Interest.” bit.ly/4hLdHPV
November 4, 2025 at 2:54 PM
New from #OnGender: @lgettman.bsky.social , editor for Gender on the Ballot, discusses how gender stereotypes persist in venues like bookstores: “Everything in the other magazine sections could have been “Women’s Interest.” bit.ly/4hLdHPV
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New from #OnGenderStudent: Barnard College student Jazmine Cardenas on how young girls perceive their role in civic life: “Only 37% of girls aged 14–17 and 24% of young women aged 18–22 feel that the country is heading in the right direction…” bit.ly/4oBJ9SL
October 28, 2025 at 1:03 PM
New from #OnGenderStudent: Barnard College student Jazmine Cardenas on how young girls perceive their role in civic life: “Only 37% of girls aged 14–17 and 24% of young women aged 18–22 feel that the country is heading in the right direction…” bit.ly/4oBJ9SL
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New from #OnGender: Emily Krichbaum, Ph.D., writes, “Women delay running for office until they possess every conceivable qualification,” citing Jane Goodall's pioneering career despite early lack of formal qualifications as an example to female candidates. bit.ly/4qDt6G6
October 23, 2025 at 12:52 PM
New from #OnGender: Emily Krichbaum, Ph.D., writes, “Women delay running for office until they possess every conceivable qualification,” citing Jane Goodall's pioneering career despite early lack of formal qualifications as an example to female candidates. bit.ly/4qDt6G6
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New from #OnGender: Emily Krichbaum, Ph.D. compares Jane Goodall's experience in male-dominated anthropology to women in politics, stating, “If you’re a woman considering a run for office.. Goodall’s story offers a masterclass on how to begin before you feel ready.” bit.ly/4oyvw6V
October 21, 2025 at 2:56 PM
New from #OnGender: Emily Krichbaum, Ph.D. compares Jane Goodall's experience in male-dominated anthropology to women in politics, stating, “If you’re a woman considering a run for office.. Goodall’s story offers a masterclass on how to begin before you feel ready.” bit.ly/4oyvw6V
Lily Carver blogs about the impact of the gov't shutdown on women's access to health care. This and more in #genderontheballot!
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our October 17, 2025 round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
October 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Lily Carver blogs about the impact of the gov't shutdown on women's access to health care. This and more in #genderontheballot!
María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader against President Nicolás Maduro’s government, won the Noble Peace Price in recognition for her work as a woman “who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.” Much more in #GenderOnTheBallot.
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our October 10, 2025 round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
October 10, 2025 at 8:02 PM
María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader against President Nicolás Maduro’s government, won the Noble Peace Price in recognition for her work as a woman “who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.” Much more in #GenderOnTheBallot.
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As the @au-wpi.bsky.social at American University marks its 25th anniversary, a new nationwide survey "She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics," underscores both the progress women have made in politics and the barriers that remain. Read more: bit.ly/46ZTfG3
October 6, 2025 at 3:02 PM
As the @au-wpi.bsky.social at American University marks its 25th anniversary, a new nationwide survey "She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics," underscores both the progress women have made in politics and the barriers that remain. Read more: bit.ly/46ZTfG3
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.@POLITICO’s Elena Schneider shares findings from the #OnGender poll reporting American voters remain wary of electing a female president.
Read more here: politi.co/3VRQHES via @politico.com
Read more here: politi.co/3VRQHES via @politico.com
Americans remain wary of electing a female president, new poll reveals
Four in 10 Americans say they know someone who would not vote for a woman president.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
.@POLITICO’s Elena Schneider shares findings from the #OnGender poll reporting American voters remain wary of electing a female president.
Read more here: politi.co/3VRQHES via @politico.com
Read more here: politi.co/3VRQHES via @politico.com
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10/8: @BFischerMartin & @vivadevicq will share the findings of the latest #OnGender poll, “She Leads: Progress & Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics,” which explores how Americans view women in leadership+how perceptions have changed over time. bit.ly/3IMlC2g
October 6, 2025 at 3:10 PM
10/8: @BFischerMartin & @vivadevicq will share the findings of the latest #OnGender poll, “She Leads: Progress & Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics,” which explores how Americans view women in leadership+how perceptions have changed over time. bit.ly/3IMlC2g
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New from #OnGender: Viva de Vice, Sr. Dir., Breakthrough Campaigns, finds voters strongly support women in politics: 83% believe it's important to elect more women+54% feel there are too few women in office, despite barriers to electing a woman president. bit.ly/4o7owxM
October 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
New from #OnGender: Viva de Vice, Sr. Dir., Breakthrough Campaigns, finds voters strongly support women in politics: 83% believe it's important to elect more women+54% feel there are too few women in office, despite barriers to electing a woman president. bit.ly/4o7owxM
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New from #OnGender: “She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics” poll finds that “women leaders are seen as more trustworthy on critical issues such as childcare, abortion, and promoting women's equality.” Read more: bit.ly/46ZTfG3
October 6, 2025 at 7:20 PM
New from #OnGender: “She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics” poll finds that “women leaders are seen as more trustworthy on critical issues such as childcare, abortion, and promoting women's equality.” Read more: bit.ly/46ZTfG3
Wednesday the 10th at 6 pm! Watch the "She Leads" poll release & learn where women stand in the political landscape of 2025. www.eventbrite.com/e/she-leads-...
October 3, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Wednesday the 10th at 6 pm! Watch the "She Leads" poll release & learn where women stand in the political landscape of 2025. www.eventbrite.com/e/she-leads-...
How does your state rank?
New from #OnGender: Alana Persson & @cynthiarterrell.bsky.social share @representwomen.bsky.social's 2025 Gender Parity Index, which measures how women are represented in US politics, noting, “Without women, decision-making is narrower, less inclusive, and more vulnerable...” bit.ly/4pNkbkT
September 30, 2025 at 12:59 PM
How does your state rank?
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New from #OnGender: In this week’s blog, the GOTB team examines the impact of the historic Title IX law fifty years ago and how WNBA star Caitlin Clark's quick ascent has sparked renewed interest in women's sports leagues 🔗 bit.ly/3KetCcN.
September 23, 2025 at 1:52 PM
New from #OnGender: In this week’s blog, the GOTB team examines the impact of the historic Title IX law fifty years ago and how WNBA star Caitlin Clark's quick ascent has sparked renewed interest in women's sports leagues 🔗 bit.ly/3KetCcN.
Gen Z helped select Nepal's new woman Prime Minister via social media. This & so much more in GOTB!
New from #OnGenderStudent: @au-spa.bsky.social student Zach Hurwitz discusses how men & women have different political views based on lived experiences & societal socializations which can be seen in areas such as healthcare, social welfare, gun control, & the use of military force. 🔗 bit.ly/48jKEjD
September 19, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Gen Z helped select Nepal's new woman Prime Minister via social media. This & so much more in GOTB!
Lots to see in @au-wpi.bsky.social #GenderOnTheBallot newsletter. Think you know which gender ranks marriage & family higher than the other? The ans. may surprise you! See: "The Gen Z Gender Gap in Politics Doesn’t End There"
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September 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Lots to see in @au-wpi.bsky.social #GenderOnTheBallot newsletter. Think you know which gender ranks marriage & family higher than the other? The ans. may surprise you! See: "The Gen Z Gender Gap in Politics Doesn’t End There"
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Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our September 5, 2025 round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
September 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our September 5, 2025 round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
A study found that ChatGPT advises women to ask for lower salaries than men. Read more in Gender on the Ballot!
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our July 25, 2025 round up - mailchi.mp/american.edu...
July 28, 2025 at 1:02 AM
A study found that ChatGPT advises women to ask for lower salaries than men. Read more in Gender on the Ballot!
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July 3, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Here's a great opportunity to build skills to run for office or lead a campaign. Interested in changing the political landscape? Apply to LEAD Ohio!
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It's been a packed month for women & politics - see it all in the Gender on the Ballot newsletter! @au-wpi.bsky.social @ongender #GenderOnTheBallot
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our June 27, 2025 round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
June 27, 2025 at 10:55 PM
It's been a packed month for women & politics - see it all in the Gender on the Ballot newsletter! @au-wpi.bsky.social @ongender #GenderOnTheBallot
Mayor Ellen Kamei on AANHPI heritage month, threats to women's right to vote in 21 states & more in this month's #OnGenderMediaRoundup from the Women & Politics Institute!
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. This week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our May 30, 2025 round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
May 30, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Mayor Ellen Kamei on AANHPI heritage month, threats to women's right to vote in 21 states & more in this month's #OnGenderMediaRoundup from the Women & Politics Institute!
The Gender Gap v. the Manosphere - lots to read about this (and more!) in Gender on the Ballot:
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. Each week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our May 2, 2025 weekly round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
May 2, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The Gender Gap v. the Manosphere - lots to read about this (and more!) in Gender on the Ballot:
So many women r seeking office in Washington, DC, running a state, or among a record # of wmn. state legislators + a 50% discount to attend the virtual WGR DEI SUMMIT!
Welcome to #OnGenderMediaRoundUp. Each week we’re collecting and sharing our favorite gender + politics stories. Here’s our April 25, 2025 weekly round up - www.genderontheballot.org/weekly-media...
April 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM
So many women r seeking office in Washington, DC, running a state, or among a record # of wmn. state legislators + a 50% discount to attend the virtual WGR DEI SUMMIT!