elections

Special Elections – A Key Pathway for Female Legislators?

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By Kristin Blagg Special elections have always commanded a certain, well, special level of attention. Reporters breathlessly cover the elections that emerge from scandal-tinged resignations. Pundits read returns like tea leaves for a referendum on presidential performance. Policy wonks contemplate the impact that the vacancy of a long-time incumbent’s seat has on Congressional negotiation. In […]