Emily’s List has tripled the resources devoted to state and local races to help meet the demand. The interest, and the intent to actually take the big step and run for office, is so overwhelming that new groups are popping up across the country with the sole purpose of getting first-time candidates ready. And in the small town of Starkville, Miss., more female candidates are running for municipal office than ever before, including six candidates for mayor. Some have found inspiration from the election of Mr. Trump himself, though not because they agreed with the president. Advertisement Continue reading the main story“That’s the way I am, I don’t pull punches,” she said, admitting that she might yet push the envelope further.

Source: New York Times March 22, 2017 12:41 UTC