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Welcome to our blog! Here are the latest news stories from PAWPAC about progressive political efforts in Arkansas.
The Fight for Reproductive Rights: Why We Must Act Now
If anyone thought that the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson decision and the subsequent near-total ban on abortions in Arkansas was the end of the anti-abortion forces’ efforts to undermine women’s autonomy over their own bodies, they were gravely mistaken. We must elect more progressive women. The time is now!
9 Women to Know for Arkansas’s March 5 Primary & Judicial Elections
PAWPAC is actively endorsing and supporting progressive women candidates for the 2024 elections, emphasizing impact over numbers. With $100,000 pledged for direct support, PAWPAC aims to empower women to contest seats up and down the ballot, believing every position is crucial for driving change. Learn how to support the nine
Looking Back at 2023: Celebrating the Achievements and Progress
Non-election years may seem quiet but that’s when our elected candidates are really working hard — and when new candidates start hearing their own call to action. Check out these highlights from our candidates this year: 25 PAWPAC-endorsed candidates were sworn into office in January 2023! Rep. Tippi McCullough was…
2023 September Special Session: Raise your Voices!
It's time to raise your voices and speak up! Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders of Arkansas has called a special session for state lawmakers to discuss tax cuts, new restrictions on public record access, and a ban on some vaccine mandates. The session runs Monday, September 11th through Wednesday the 13th,…
PAWPAC-Endorsed Justice of the Peace Beth Coger Wins Two Lawsuits Requiring Open and Public Washington County
Beth Coger championed transparency in Washington County, winning lawsuits against the JESAP Committee and CJC Board for violating public meeting standards. Advocating for open governance and accountability, she spotlighted conflicts of interest and the financial repercussions for taxpayers. PAWPAC commends her dedication as both a citizen and elected official.
Progressive Arkansas Women in the News
The 2023 legislative session is over and it was a tough one! Here's how progressive Arkansas women helped make it better.
Progressive Women Maintain Previously Increased Presence in AR Legislature
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports that the 2020 election resulted in fewer women representing us in the Arkansas Capitol. Even if it was not the case for Republican women, progressive women maintained their previous increased presence, and many attribute that to the “existence of organizations such as the Progressive Arkansas Women PAC, which help recruit and support
Arkansas Voting Guide
With the election just 29 days away, there are many important deadlines approaching. While the deadline to register was today, there are still a few things to do to ensure your vote is counted. We’ve created a guide for Arkansas voters to make sure they have everything they need to
What Does Justice Ginsberg’s Death Mean for Reproductive Rights in Arkansas?
Justice Ginsberg’s death on September 18 created a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court that likely will have an enduring impact on women’s right to obtain abortions legally and has created an imperative that we elect more progressives to office. Ginsberg’s death reduced the number of liberal justices to just…
Women Supporting Women: PAWPAC’s Endorsed Candidates for 2020
We are proud to support these progressive women candidates for office this year. You can learn more about our candidates here. We are contributing $100,000 to support progressive women candidates this election cycle, in honor of the 100-year anniversary of women's suffrage. Join us in our mission. DONATE to support…
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