A Harris Administration has the potential to be the biggest boon for women in more than half a century, ushering in new policies and resources that would benefit working moms, families, and younger women. However, depending on congressional gridlock and her first 100 days, it could also be a bust.
Since entering political life, Kamala Harris has been a fierce advocate for women and families, championing issues like paid sick and family leave, pay equity, and childcare. She has also supported and opened doors for up-and-coming women leaders, such as congressional hopeful Lateefah Simon and others. As Vice President and since the fall of Roe v. Wade, she has been working hard to restore and protect reproductive rights, including access to abortion care, even as she has been tackling other urgent issues, such as inflation, the war in Gaza, and immigration.
It’s clear she’s with us. The question is: Is being with us enough?
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