Thursday, November 5, 2026
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Do you feel that? A little joy and optimism in the air?
We certainly do, following the historic blue wave that swept away MAGA, upset billionaires and made Trump a lame duck president.
Here are some of the firsts for women in the midterm results.
And earlier today, I spoke with the founder of Vote Mama PAC, Liuba Grechen Shirley, about the successful push to get mothers elected (and how they did it). Check out the write up of that conversation (and hear the full thing on The Women’s Agenda Podcast).
Meanwhile, Rita Nasr shares what the US results should tell Australia.
Also today, we speak with Cathryn Greville on the staggering number of women leaving the construction sector and why it must be addressed.
And the new resource challenging employers to rethink how work and care can coexist.
Angela Priestley
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The Key Quote
Georgia, I have said over the past few days: If I were your woman,” she told supporters. “Well, now I am your woman, and here is what I will do: I will never, ever, ever stop loving you. Thank you, Georgia, for electing me as your governor.
Keisha Lance Bottoms
Keisha Lance Bottoms, who was elected the next governor of Georgia on Tuesday, reflects on her historic win.
On Women's Agenda Today
The women making history in a major night for Democrats across the US
It’s been a bid day for the Democrats, with the party taking control of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Read more +
‘We’re driving half our potential workforce away’: The staggering number of women leaving construction apprenticeships
Of the women who start trade apprenticeships in construction, 72 per cent leave before the end of their first year. Read more +
Here comes the sun. What America’s blue tsunami should tell Australia
As American voters turn away from divisive politics, Australian politicians are being reminded of the importance of fairness and equality. Read more +
The mums who flipped US politics are ready for family-friendly policies
It’s not just a blue wave that has taken over the House and the Senate in the US Midterms, but also a wave of mothers. Read more +
ICYMI: Leah Armstrong and Cat Fay appointed to Paul Ramsay Foundation board
Leah Armstrong and Cat Fay appointed to Paul Ramsay Foundation Board, bringing First Nations and philanthropy expertise. Read more +
The Key Figure
100
The results of US midterms saw more than 100 Democratic women elected to the House of Representatives.
The win
Women make history in a major night for Democrats across the US
Democrats Keisha Lance Bottoms, Gina Hinjoso, Dr Annie Andrews, Dr Amy Acton and Deb Haaland are among women who made history on Tuesday with their election in the US midterms.
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