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Nov. 4, 2026
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IWPR Statement on Midterm Election Results: Voters Send Clear Message to Trump Administration
The following is a statement from Dr. Jamila K. Taylor, president and CEO of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, on the midterm election results:
Last night’s election results sent a clear and unmistakable message to the Trump administration: It’s time for change. Voters want public servants who work for the people. They want elected officials who will advance policies that make life more affordable, make child care more attainable, create a labor market that is more equitable and accessible, and reflect the power of diversity in the United States.
After nearly two years of unprecedented and targeted attacks on Black women by the president, last night delivered a series of historic victories: Juliana Stratton became just the fifth Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, while Keisha Lance Bottoms became the first Black woman elected governor of a U.S. state. They are joined by Senator-elect Peggy Flanagan of Minnesota, the first Native American woman elected to the Senate, and Governor-elect Deb Haaland of New Mexico and Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa of Texas, both firsts in their states, along with many others who represent a new generation of women of color leaders to hold the most coveted positions in public office.
The work is far from over. Policy change starts here. This is the moment when ideas, advocacy, and evidence must come together to produce solutions that shape a more equitable world.
At IWPR, through in-depth research, analysis, and policy recommendations, we’ve shined a light on the harmful impacts of the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill, the attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and a steady stream of executive orders that have effectively rolled back 60-plus years of hard-fought social progress.
Yesterday, voters demanded a new path forward. We have the data, the roadmap, and the evidence ready to help officials deliver real change to improve the lives of women and families from day one.
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The Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR) is the nation’s leading think tank working to win economic equity for all women. Through evidence-based research, policy solutions, and advocacy, IWPR is advancing the power and well-being of women across the US. Learn more at IWPR.org.