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Women’s political participation is on the rise ahead of the 2026 elections, with record numbers of women running for governor and a near-record slate in the U.S. House — but true gender parity still feels far off. Eighty-five women are vying for governorships across 36 states, surpassing the previous high, while 580 women are in the running for Congress, close to the 2018 and 2020 peaks. Experts note progress is slow but steady, especially after a dip in 2024. The Center for American Women and Politics is tracking the momentum and supporting initiatives to boost female candidates. Look for historic firsts — including the first women governors in several states and landmark representation for women of color — as barriers continue to fall and diverse voices rise to leadership. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/af79392b528290db
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