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Women Running for Senate Pour Millions into Their Campaigns

By: Sharon Johnson (WeNews senior correspondent) | August 29, 2016

John McCain, a formidable fundraiser, faces Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick in Arizona, in one of the country’s most expensive Senate races. Meanwhile, the two women bidding for Barbara Boxer’s seat in California are also each raising millions.

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Akin Clings to Campaign After Rape-Comment Furor

By: Samantha Kimmey | August 21, 2012

Missouri Rep. Todd Akin (R) is so far refusing to abandon his once-promising Senate bid even as some Republicans call for him to step aside. Akin sent his campaign into a tailspin on Sunday over comments about “legitimate” rape.

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Scott Brown Ads Focus on Being a Great Family Guy

By: Samantha Kimmey | June 13, 2012

The first-term Massachusetts Republican’s new ads spotlighting his role as father and husband and are narrated by his wife. Challenger Elizabeth Warren’s ads are impersonal but family-focused in another way. She talks about economic hardships.

Crime & Law

Senate Passes VAWA without Republican Changes

By: Samantha Kimmey | April 26, 2012

The U.S. Senate voted in favor of the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization, though its passage is less certain in the Republican-controlled House of Representatives.

Crime & Law

Partisan Jousting Erupts Over Anti-Violence Bill

By: Samantha Kimmey | April 19, 2012

The Violence Against Women Act hasn’t quite reached the Senate floor and politicians are already staking out partisan turf. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison has taken the helm of a rival GOP version.

Health & Science

Positive Aging Acts Are Popping Up All Over

By: Courtney E. Martin | September 28, 2006

The U.S. Senate recently passed legislation to reduce aging stigma and improve mental health treatment for older Americans. Meanwhile, some women’s groups are crafting their own upbeat policies toward the 50 and more crowd.

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