The 28th São Paulo LGBT+ Pride Parade will take place on Sunday, June 2nd, with a star-studded lineup of performers set to entertain the crowds that will gather on Avenida Paulista from 10 am onwards. With the theme ‘Enough of Negligence and Regression in the Legislature – Vote consciously for LGBT+ rights’, this year’s Pride seeks to mobilize the community to play an active role in choosing their political representatives.
Despite having a significant electorate, Assam has witnessed a concerning decline in the number of women candidates contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Out of the 14 constituencies in the state, only 12 female candidates are in the race, a decrease from the previous count of 14. This trend has been ongoing since the 2014 polls, mirroring a broader national pattern.
Women constitute a significant electorate, yet their political participation remains limited. This article examines the extent of women’s representation in Indian politics, comparing it to neighboring countries and global standards. It also highlights the challenges and opportunities for empowering women in the political arena.
President Biden’s focus on safeguarding democracy while addressing economic concerns is necessary but insufficient. Our outdated political system impedes delivering the policies Americans desire, such as affordable childcare, education, and housing, exacerbating financial insecurity despite a strong economy. This disconnect between the desired economy and the current political system demands urgent attention. Biden’s second-term agenda should prioritize reforms to the federal courts, Senate, and electoral system to ensure representation aligns with the will of the people. By strengthening our democracy, we can create the foundation for a fairer and more prosperous economy for all.
