In 2017 women make up less than 20 percent of Congress, even though they constitute over 50 percent of the American population. As more women take seats in elected offices, are priorities shifting? Are conversations evolving? Brooklyn Historical Society director of public history Julie Golia leads this discussion with Christine Quinn, the first female speaker of the New York City Council and former mayoral candidate, and A’shanti F. Gholar, political director for Emerge America, the only organization dedicated to recruiting, training, and empowering Democratic women to run for public office.
• WHAT: Free tickets to a discussion with Julie Golia, Christine Quinn, and A’shanti F. Gholar about women in politics
• WHEN: Monday, November 6, 6:30 p.m.
• WHERE: Brooklyn Historical Society: 128 Pierrepont St., Brooklyn, NY 11201
• HOW: Redeem offer via link in member offers email dated 10/26
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