"I sit on the Judiciary Committee, and when we’re looking to improve laws that impact men there’s no pushback... But when we’re talking about legislation concerning marital rape, or sexual harassment, or child marriage, or rights for women who are in same-sex marriages...we see pushback...We have to have women at the table."

Women Winning is proud to announce three endorsements for Saint Paul City Council -- our first endorsements of 2019! The Saint Paul City Council is currently comprised of a majority pro-choice women -- and we’re excited to sustain our capital city’s legacy of strong pro-choice women’s representation in 2019.  If you live in Saint Paul, be sure to caucus for pro-choice women on March 10th!

When I was a little girl, my mom would bring me along to Women Winning events to show me what it looks like for a woman to take a seat at the table. She would say, "You don't have a choice, you are privileged. You have a voice and you need to use it. It's not an option to not use it.” She was teaching me to “show up” as a woman.

The Minnesota State Senate is comprised of 67 members. Today, only 10 of those members are pro-choice women. With a special election coming up on February 5th, we already have an opportunity to gain a seat. Women Winning is proud to announce our endorsement of Michelle Lee for Minnesota Senate, District 11!

We are thrilled to announce that Alana Petersen, one of Minnesota’s most influential and respected political leaders, has been elected Chair of the Women Winning Board of Directors! We look forward to Alana’s leadership and vision as we continue to build on the powerful momentum of 2018.

2018 was a record-breaking year and we all have a lot to celebrate. Check out our latest video to get a detailed view of Women Winning’s powerful work in 2018 -- and for a sneak peek at what’s ahead in 2019 & 2020!

Last week, Women Winning celebrated incredible Election Day victories. We are writing today with more news worth celebrating. After a successful four months as Interim Executive Director, it is our pleasure to announce that Meggie Wittorf will become permanent Executive Director of Women Winning.

Record numbers of pro-choice women ran for office in 2018 and on November 6th, record numbers of pro-choice women WON. Minnesotans were activated by a strong pro-choice, women-led ticket and were ready to change the face of power --  58 Women Winning endorsed candidates were ELECTED to office, from U.S. Senate to School Board.  

This June, I visited Minneapolis to speak at the Women Winning Annual Luncheon -- what a memorable trip! As Senior Advisor to President Obama, I've had the privilege to be part of many inspirational moments. That said, I will never forget the powerful image of the cohort of pro-choice women candidates standing on stage at the luncheon, ready for 2018 and beyond.