Regardless of what one might say about the current state of politics in the United States, there is one fact that cannot be ignored: more Americans than ever before are taking an active interest in the political process.
The recent election of numerous women, representing a wide range of backgrounds, to positions of public office signals a shift in power, with men no longer holding the sole reins of leadership.
This development is a positive one, not only for women, but also for men, and ultimately for the entire nation and the world. When those in charge of democratic institutions mirror the people they serve, the outcome is policies that benefit all Americans, in all their diversity, rather than just a select few.
It was the current political climate that finally pulled us out of our complacency.
We are looking forward to the new Congress and have confidence that the skilled and motivated women who will be serving as our senators and representatives will approach their roles with a positive outlook and drive meaningful change in the existing system.