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Women candidates in US midterm elections
28.4%
Women make up 28.4% of the members of the United States Congress.
The article examines women’s representation in the US Congress and state governorships ahead of midterm elections. It highlights candidates Peggy Flanagan and Keisha Lance Bottoms, who could make history if elected.
- United States
- United States Congress
- Peggy Flanagan
- Keisha Lance Bottoms
- United States midterm elections
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- 28.4%
Women make up 28.4% of the members of the United States Congress.
“only 28.4% of the members are women”
- 152people
There are 152 women serving in the United States House of Representatives and Senate.
“with 152 women in total sitting in the House of Representatives and Senate”
- 14people
There are 14 female governors of US states.
“Some 14 of them — 28% — are women”
- 435seats
All 435 seats in the US House of Representatives are up for election in the midterms.
“All 435 seats in the House of Representatives”