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Welcome to Run Women Run

The United States ranks 87th in the world in representation of elected women at the national level. In 2010, for the first time in thirty years, the number of elected women declined. Polls show that young women between ages 18-34 see no reason to vote for women and are abandoning women at the polls.  In fact, results from a recent Forbes poll showed that young women think that Lady Gaga is more powerful than Nancy Pelosi– the first women to become Speaker of the House, third in line to the Presidency.

Electing women is about more than numbers.  It's about bringing a balanced perspective to the dialogue and decisions that create good governance and public policy.  Without a critical mass of women's voices and women in positions to set the agenda the imbalance will continue.  We can and must do better.

The good news is there is a growing local and global movement to increase the number of women in public and private policy-making positions.  Why? Because when women are elected quality of  life, governance and accountability improve.  And when women are educated and economically empowered, violence, illiteracy, disease, poverty and inequality decline.

We invite you to join Run Women Run to add your voice and energy to our efforts to inspire, recruit, train, mentor and support women in public office.  By joining Run Women Run, you are making a personal commitment to help increasethe number of women in elected office in San Diego County, the State of California and the United States.  You are joining a global coalition of women working to bring equality and balance to government and leadership positions, and to create a more prosperous and peaceful world.

Thank you for your interest in supporting women in public office

Barbara Bry Michelle Burton
 Francine Busby
Founder Run Women Run President
 Executive Director

Run Women Run is proud to partner with the following organizations that share our values and mission:

Emily's ListCalifornia ListWomen's Campaign ForumShe Should RunNational Women's Political CaucusCalifornia Women For WomenThe 2012 ProjectThe Lawyers Club of San DiegoOff the Sidelines


     
Support Our 2012 Endorsed Candidates

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U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein — U.S. Senate

 

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Denise Moreno Ducheny — U.S. Congress 51st District. Denise can be found on Facebook: Denise Moreno Ducheny for Congress, or Twitter: @Ducheny51

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Lori Saldana—U.S. Congress 52nd District Congresswoman

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Susan Davis—U.S. Congress 53rd District

 

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Assembly member Toni Atkins—78th Assembly District

 

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Dr. Shirley Weber—79th Assembly District
Watch Dr. Weber's Story

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San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis—San Diego Mayor

 

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San Diego City Council member Sherri Lightner—District 1

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San Diego City Council member Marti Emerald—District 9

 

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Chula Vista City Council member Pamela Bensoussan—District 3

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Mary Salas—Chula Vista City Council District 4

 

 

News & Events


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Sherri Lightner
SD City Councilmember Dist. 1 Cocktail Reception

With Councilmember Todd Gloria
EDEN LOUNGE
Wednesday, May 2, 6:00-7:30  PM
202 University, San Diego, CA 92103
$100 - Suggested Contribution  
RSVP to jessica@kmstrategies.net or (619) 239-1721.  Mail checks to Treasurer, Nancy Haley, c/o 330 Encinitas Blvd, Suite 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 or contribute online at www.SherriLightner.org.

Planned Parenthood Anniversary  Dinner
Thursday, May 3, 2012 Cocktails: 5:30 Dinner: 6:30 at the Hilton, San Diego Bayfront
Featuring Planned Parenthood President, Cecile Richards.
Cost: $150 - RSVP to sit at the RWR table or mail your check to Run Women Run at P.O. Box 712 Cardiff, CA 92007. For more information call Francine at 760 807-0399

Dr. Shirley Weber, 79th Assembly candidate
at the  HOME of TONY GWYNN
Saturday May 5  with Hon. Willie Brown & Hon. Steve Peace
Private reception: 3:00 - General reception: 4:30

Private Reception: $500  
Special Hall of Fame Gifts
General Reception: $250

Address provided upon reservation.
RSVP to Judy at 619 947-2755 or Judywalshjackson@gmail.com
Make checks payable to Dr. Shirley Weber for Assembly 2012.Mail to P.O. Box 124894, San Diego, CA 92112-489

Help Elect Our Endorsed Candidates.
Monday, May 7 and Thurs, May 31  6:00-8:00 PM
At HeraHub 9710 Scranton Rd. Ste. 160, San Diego, CA 92121
Make calls for the endorsed candidate(s) of your choice. Their campaigns will supply call lists and scripts. Light refreshments will be served.  This is open to all volunteers. No charge.
RSVP online today

So You Want to Run For School Board Workshop
Tuesday, May 15 6:00-8:00 PM
At HeraHub 9710 Scranton Rd. Ste. 160, San Diego, CA 92121
RWR Members: $25  Non-members: $25

Moderated by former School Board Member and State Senator Dede Alpert and featuring panelists Carol Skiljan, Encinitas Union School Board and Penny Rantfle, Poway Unified School District. They will address a wide variety of topics from the different types of districts to Board responsibilities and how to run an effective campaign

 RSVP for Running For School Board Workshop

or mail your check to Run Women Run at P.O. Box 712 Cardiff, CA 92007. For more information call Francine at 760 807-0399


Marti Emerald  SD City Councilmember Dist. 9
Oceanfront Cocktail Reception in La Jolla
Thursday, May 17 -  5:30-7:30
At the home of Eugene Iredale
6915 Neptune Place, La Jolla, CA 92037
Suggested Contribution $100
RSVP to  Jessica@kmstrategies.net or 619 239-1721.  Mail checks to Nancy Haley, c/o Scott & Cronin, 330 Encinitas Blvd, Suite 101, Encinitas, CA 92024. Or go online to: www.martiemerald2012.com

Denise Ducheny,Candidate for Congress 51st Dist.
With the Hon. Betty Yee
Emerald Seafood Restaurant 
Monday, May 21 - 5:00-6:30  
Pacific Gateway Plaza
3709 Convoy Street, Suite 101
San Diego, CA 92111
Guests $100 - Friends $250

RSVP: 619.239.1388 or win@dmduchenyforcongress.com
Make personal checks to Denise Moreno Ducheny for Congress
Please mail to: 2168 Logan Ave., San Diego, CA 92113
Or contribute on-line at www.dmduchenyforcongress.com

In honor of Women's Equality Day
Irwin M Jacobs Qualcomm Hall
5775 Morehouse Dr. San Diego, CA 92121
RWR Members: $10  Non-Members: $20 
Guests 13-18 Complimentary with paying participant

Written and directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Miss Representation exposes how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. The film challenges the media's limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls.

RSVP for "Miss Representation" on Womens Equality Day or or mail your check to Run Women Run at P.O. Box 712 Cardiff, CA 92007. For more information call Francine at 760 807-0399

Click here to download an invitation


2nd Annual Honoring Our Leaders Reception
Sunday, November 18, 2012 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Jacobs Center For Neighborhood Innovation
404 Euclid Ave. San Diego 92114
RWR Members: $25   Non-Members: $35

Run Women Run honors the commitment of all our women elected officials in San Diego County and thanks them for their service.

RSVP for Honoring Our Leaders Reception or mail your check to Run Women Run at P.O. Box 712 Cardiff, CA 92007. For more information call Francine at 760 807-0399


The 2012 election could make history, bringing the opportunity for more balance in our political dialogue. Believe it or not, the election is just around the corner, and Run Women Run wants to make sure our voices – voices thatbelieve in the power of strong, pro-choice women – are heard loud and clear at the ballot box. Please click here to register to vote and/or make sure your voter registration status is up to date.


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