Women celebrate their growing role in city government

This article, published in the Bronx Times, focuses on the celebration of women's representation at City Hall Park, citing "Research on RCV for Women" by linking to the 19th article, which cites RepresentWomen's 2020 report and Cynthia. Read an excerpt below:

“What we have done in this City is transformational. We wake up every day on purpose with a purpose realizing we are getting elected to positions never ordained or designed for all of us,” said Vanessa Gibson, who is likely the next borough president of the Bronx.

Chants of “when woman run, women win” were constantly shouted throughout the press conference as it has seemingly become the rallying cry for 21 in ‘21.

The influx of women into the City Council is a huge win for coalitions, candidates, and voters alike who have fought to get fair representation for women in government. Ranked-choice voting played a big role in getting these women elected as well. Research has shown that ranked-choice voting gets more women and people of color into office.

“We will make sure that our number continues to grow because the City Council will be able to be great for the City because women are in leadership and when women run, women win,” said Councilwoman Margaret Chin (D-Manhattan).

Read the full article here.

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