Record 13 women will be governors in US next year

Record 13 women will be governors in US next year

The election of Republican Kelly Ayotte as New Hampshire's governor means 13 women will serve as a state's chief executive next year, breaking the record of 12 set after the 2022 elections. Governors hold powerful sway in American politics, shaping state policy and often using the experience and profile gained to launch campaigns for higher offices. "It matters to have women in those roles to normalize the image of women in political leadership …

13 US states will have women governors next year, a new record

Kelly Ayotte’s New Hampshire Victory Marks Watershed Moment in State Leadership In a significant milestone for women in American politics, the number of female state governors will reach an unprecedented 13 in 2025, following Republican Kelly Ayotte’s victory in New Hampshire’s closely watched gubernatorial race. Ayotte’s triumph over Democrat Joyce Craig in this year’s most competitive gubernatorial contest pushes the total number of women gove…

13 states will have women governors next year, a new record - TPR: The Public's Radio

Republican Kelly Ayotte's victory in New Hampshire will bring the total number of women holding governor’s offices to 13 — surpassing the previous high of 12 set in 2023.