Women's Campaign Forum

Krystal Ball is running for Congress in Virginia’s first district, where she was born and raised. Krystal is an accountant, entrepreneur and a mother. She has extensive international business and travel experience as an educational software consultant and designer. As a Congresswoman, Krystal will promote economic recovery, environmental sustainability, and educational excellence. Krystal hopes to be a fresh voice in Washington and Krystal is passionate about improving our country for future generations.
To learn more, visit Krystal's website.

Heather Beaven is running for U.S. House of Representatives in Florida (7th District). While serving in the U.S. Navy, Heather earned the Navy Achievement Medal for her service during Operation Desert Storm. Heather also taught Prevention of Sexual Harassment workshops while in the Navy. At the age of 28, Heather became the youngest Gubernatorial Appointee in Kansas history as the Division Director for the Division of Employment and Training. Heather currently serves as the CEO of the Florida Endowment Foundation for Florida’s Graduates—her programs delivered a 97% graduation rate. As a member of Congress, Heather will use her experiences as a sailor, mother, educator, and innovator to revitalize the education system, create jobs, and care for our veterans. Visit Heather Beaven’s website to learn more about her.

Commissioner Paula Brooks is running to represent Ohio’s 12th District in U.S. Congress. She has served on the Franklin County Board of Commissioners since 2005 and is currently President of the Board. In 2000, Paula was appointed by the Secretary of Defense as a 3-star civilian Advisor on the Federal Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS), where she advised the Department of Defense on troop readiness and military families. Paula’s leadership has also included service as President of the Ohio State Bar Foundation, Action for Battered Women in Ohio, and membership in the Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club. Paula credits her work ethic and commitment to service to her Ohio upbringing, and she hopes to bring those leadership qualities to Washington. To learn more, visit Paula’s website.

Secretary Jennifer Brunner is running for U.S. Senate in the state of Ohio. Elected Ohio Secretary of State in 2006, Jennifer is the first woman in the state's history to serve in this capacity. She has since garnered national recognition for her efforts to make the state's elections free, fair, open, and honest. One of Jennifer's most significant accomplishments as Secretary of State was to overhaul the operations of the troubled Cuyahoga County Board of Elections in Cleveland, ensuring a smooth 2008 presidential election. As part of an overall effort to restore trust to elections, Jennifer spearheaded a massive voting machine study to solve problems with the security and reliability of voting machines. Read our Women and Politics blog post spotlighting her candidacy and visit Jennifer's website to learn more about her.

Secretary Robin Carnahan is running for U.S. Senate in the state of Missouri. Serving as the Missouri Secretary of State since 2004, Robin has worked tirelessly to help small businesses, crack down on big financial institutions, and safeguard the integrity of elections. Robin has been a leader in ensuring fair elections. She has modernized and improved Missouri's elections system by implementing Missouri’s first statewide voter registration system, creating the Missouri Voting Rights Center, and launching a new interactive election results website.As Senator, she will work to rebuild our economy and ensure government accountability. Visit Robin's website to learn more about her.

Minnesota State Senator Tarryl Clark is running for Congress against incumbent Michele Bachmann. Tarryl has served in the Minnesota Senate since 2005 and has been the Assistant Majority Leader since 2006. Her legislative priorities have been about fighting for working families, including health care reform, early childhood education, and consumer safety. Tarryl’s campaign has already attracted significant endorsements from the Labor community, Minnesota leadership such as Congresswoman Betty McCollum and former Vice President Walter Mondale, and organizations like womenwinning.  Before being elected to the Senate, Tarryl had a successful career directing non-profit community initiatives, including six years as Executive Director of the Minnesota Community Action Partnership.  Tarryl hopes to continue serving her community in Congress. Visit Tarryl's website to learn more about her. 
 

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is running for re-election to the U.S. Senate from the state of New York. Appointed in January 2009 to fill the vacated Senate seat of Hillary Rodham Clinton, Kirsten faces a potentially tough re-election campaign in 2010. She has already contributed to the expansion of health insurance to more Americans, helped millions of uninsured children get access to affordable health care, stood with President Obama to move forward on an aggressive economic recovery plan, helped create jobs in New York and made sure New Yorkers get their fair share. First endorsed by WCF in 2006, Kirstin has been a staunch advocate for reproductive rights in both the House and most recently in the U.S. Senate. Visit Kirsten Gillibrand's website to learn more about her.

Councilwoman Beth Krom is running for U.S. House of Representatives in California’s 48th District. Beth previously served as the Mayor of Irvine from 2004 until she was term-limited out of office. Under Beth’s leadership, the City of Irvine was named the “Safest City in America” four years in a row and was also recognized as one of the “Greenest Cities in America.” Beth has brought her experience as a teacher, business owner, community volunteer, and mother to her work as an elected official. As a member of Congress, Beth hopes to continue this invaluable work and be a voice for the people of California’s 48th District. To learn more, visit Beth’s website.

Ann McLane Kuster is running for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Hampshire (2nd District).  Partner in the Concord, N.H. law firm of Rath, Young and Pignatelli, Ann is Director of the firm's Education and Non-Profit Law Practice Group. Ann focuses her legal practice primarily on nonprofit, education, and health policy. In recent years, she has been active in a number of significant health and education policy issues, including the creation of the N.H. Medication Bridge Program and the N.H. UNIQUE College Savings Program. In addition, Ann is a member of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys and maintains a private adoption practice.  In 2001, Ann was the recipient of one of the New Hampshire Democratic Party's most prestigious honors, the Eleanor Roosevelt Award.  Ann also served on the statewide steering committees for John Kerry for President in 2003-2004 and Barack Obama for President in 2007-2008.  Visit Ann McLane's website for more information.

Rep. Carolyn Maloney is running for re-election to U.S. House of Representatives from New York’s 14th District, which encompasses East Manhattan and parts of Queens. Carolyn has represented the 14th district since 1992. She is the first woman Chair of the Joint Economic Committee, and her legislative priorities in Congress have included encouraging economic stability, fighting for women’s rights, and serving the best interests of her diverse New York City constituency. Prior to her election to Congress, Carolyn served for ten years on the New York City Council. She has never lost an election. To learn more, visit Carolyn's website.

Secretary Elaine Marshall is running for U.S. Senate from North Carolina. In 1996, Elaine was elected to serve as North Carolina Secretary of State, making her the first woman to hold statewide office in that state. She is now in her fourth term as Secretary of State, and has been credited with the modernization of her office and the reform of state lobbying laws. In her former position in the North Carolina State Senate, Elaine made women’s issues a priority, sponsored bills combating domestic violence, improving rape crisis services, and supporting social workers. She has also served as an attorney, a teacher, and a small business owner. To learn more, visit Elaine’s website.

Terri Sewell is running for U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama’s 7th District. If elected, Terri would be the first woman to serve in Congress from Alabama. Terri was born and raised in Selma and her family has deep roots in the 7th District. Terri has distinguished herself professionally as one of the only black public finance lawyers in the State of Alabama, and the first black female partner at her firm. As a lawyer, Terri helps to raise money for public projects for some of the state’s most under-served public entities, including the City of Selma, Dallas County Water Authority, and Lowndes County Board of Education. Terri has made community service a cornerstone of her law career and her personal life and has served on the boards of numerous community organizations. She hopes to bring her community-minded spirit and financial acumen to Congress in 2010. To learn more, visit Terri’s website.