Since Donald Trump became a prominent figure in national politics, the women of America have played a crucial role in resisting his rise to power. Following Trump’s sparsely attended inauguration, hundreds of thousands of women gathered in Washington, D.C. for the Women’s March in 2017. This protest was a response to the election of a known sexual predator who was later found guilty of rape. In Las Vegas, women also took to the streets, wearing pink and carrying signs advocating for healthcare rights and reproductive freedom.
During the 2018 midterms, women voters were instrumental in the “blue wave” that saw Democrats gain a majority in the House of Representatives. In the 2020 election, 55% of women voters supported Joe Biden, with women of color playing a significant role in securing his victory. However, challenges remain, with far-right extremism threatening women’s rights at every level of government.
In response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the passage of restrictive abortion laws, women have mobilized to protect their reproductive rights. Efforts to repeal the 19th amendment and the introduction of Project 2025, a plan to further restrict abortion access, have sparked a renewed sense of urgency among women voters.
In Nevada, where abortion is legal up to 24 weeks of pregnancy, voters are preparing to weigh in on Question 6, a constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights. Reproductive rights advocates are urging voters to support the measure to ensure continued access to safe and legal abortions in the state.
The issue of abortion is not the only factor motivating women to participate in the political process. Threats to democracy, the economy, and immigration are also driving women to the polls. The gender gap in political preferences is widening, with younger women showing more progressive leanings compared to older generations.
As the 2024 election approaches, women across Nevada are mobilizing to protect their rights and shape the future of their state. With a history of strong female leadership in the state Legislature, Nevada women are determined to safeguard their rights and ensure that their voices are heard in the political arena.
Women’s participation in the political process is crucial in shaping the future of the country. Despite attempts by conservative figures to undermine women’s rights, women voters remain a powerful force that cannot be ignored. By exercising their right to vote, women have the potential to steer the country away from regressive policies and towards a more inclusive and equitable future.