Local elections are around the corner (really!) and people are considering whether to run for public office. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, local elected officials are gathering to give their advice, especially to women candidates. What are the unique obstacles women face and how can they overcome them and win? Sign up here! The link to the WebEx online meeting will be in your automatic RSVP email, so make sure to look for that reply.

This morning, CNN and other major news sites declared that Joseph R. Biden, Jr., had won the presidency, and wow, what a wonderful day! And our Vice President-Elect is Kamala Harris, the first woman VP, and the first VP of color. As usual, President Trump is threatening legal action so he can defy the American people's will. The people decide. We Americans have said to a powerful bully -- "Enough." Such a lovely day. Celebrate!

Remember that every vote counts, and that every vote will be counted. We knew that this year, the election count would be drawn out over days, if not weeks. We're in the midst of a pandemic, facing economic upheaval, and yet Americans insisted upon voting in overwhelming numbers. We must keep our chins up and our hearts full as we wait for every vote to be counted.

Onward and upward!