“Pay heed to the underrepresented.” --A woman voter from Ohio speaking out in 51%: Women and the Future of PoliticsThis is a defining time in our nation. We are in crisis, perhaps even at a breaking point when it comes to politics. Many Americans are fed up with the negative discourse and partisan gridlock that has become the norm in our government. Hate and fear have overcome compassion and trust. Now, more than ever, women must speak out and participate in our democracy to keep us moving forward not backwards. 51%: Women and the Future of Politics offers compelling evidence that women can become the catalyst to change the course of politics in America and how we can make it happen. Given the ongoing divisiveness in our nation, women are an asset we can no longer afford to ignore. WWWD? What will women do?Women represent 51% of the nation but are greatly underrepresented in our government. How would our nation be different if a group of diverse women were guiding us instead of a group of predominately white men? Does gender matter? Over 500 women from different backgrounds and political affiliations answered those questions and others 51%: Women and the Future of Politics. Contributors include veteran politicians, leaders, activists, scholars, and women across America, with exclusive contributions from Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi, Senators Diane Feinstein, Olympia Snowe (retired), Barbara Mikulski (retired), and Susan Collins; Representatives Barbara Lee, Marsha Blackburn and Eddie Bernice Johnson; and inspiring women leaders such as Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Lilly Ledbetter, Diana Hwang, Jennifer Lawless, Jackie Ceballos, Dr. E. Faye Williams, yoko ono and many more. In 51%: Women and the Future of Politics you will find the collective voices of women from across America calling for change. Find out what women have to say about US politics and how to create a better future for us all.You will find a persuasive case for change from other sources embedded throughout 51%: Women and the Future of Politics, including:• Findings from our nationwide survey about politics in America• Exclusive statements from US Congresswomen and other women leaders• Reflections and insights from women about US politics and what needs to change• A look at where America stands in comparison to other countries• Essays written by women voters speaking out about politics in their lives• Recommendations on how to reform US politics.51%: Women and the Future of Politics is a timely call to action encouraging women and men to stand together to create lasting, positive change in our nation. It is a platform for those who are ready to challenge the status quo. This book is explores three distinct, yet inter-related themes:1. Americans are overwhelmingly dissatisfied with politics and politicians.2. Diverse and inclusive representation, starting with women, is the key to changing our government for the better.3. Women, as 51 percent of the nation, have the power to collectively alter the course of politics in America.We must create a new paradigm for our government to ensure diverse representation--starting with women.What will you do to make a difference? The time is here. Let's move forward together before it's too late. As one woman stated in the book, “It’s time for another revolution!”