Saint Paul, Minn. (November 6, 2024) – Today, Women Winning, Minnesota’s largest women’s political organization, acknowledges the grave reality of Donald Trump’s election to President of the United States. This outcome represents a significant setback for women’s rights, queer rights, and reproductive freedom, threatening to undo years of hard-won progress in Minnesota and continuing the deterioration of abortion rights nationwide and ushering in a new era of reproductive oppression.
“Trump’s track record of hostility toward reproductive rights is well-documented. During his previous presidency, he championed policies that restricted access to safe and legal abortions by appointing three Supreme Court justices who overturned Roe v. Wade, slashed funding for reproductive health services, and rolled back protections for women’s health. His return to power signals an urgent threat to the rights and autonomy of Minnesotans, leaving many to fear for their future,” said Women Winning Executive Director Nevada Littlewolf. “And yet, despite his horrific record on reproductive freedom, he continues to lie and misrepresent his beliefs to trick voters into believing that he isn’t an extremist. His agenda, including the deeply disturbing, anti-democracy Project 2025, remains the single greatest threat to the American people and their bodily autonomy.”
“Kamala Harris, by contrast, is a trailblazing figure in American politics, shattering barriers and inspiring millions with her message of equity, justice, and reproductive freedom for all. Her candidacy was trailblazing in its candor about the necessity of abortion, the deeply personal nature of reproductive decisions, and the need to improve maternal and infant care. Harris’ legacy will continue to motivate women to aspire to leadership positions and fight for reproductive freedom that benefits all communities. While we are outraged and devastated by the results, we celebrate the courage and determination Kamala demonstrated,” said Littlewolf. “Kamala’s campaign has paved the way for future generations of women leaders, and Women Winning remains committed to our mission of supporting and electing pro-choice champions.”
Women Winning continues to advocate for pro-choice women candidates, providing the necessary resources, training, and mentorship to ensure that women and non-binary peoples’ voices are represented in government. The fight for gender parity, abortion rights, and reproductive freedom continues. We remain dedicated to empowering pro-choice champions to run for office, regardless of electoral outcomes. We will not waver in our mission to empower these champions to run for office and to resist the reproductive oppression of the Trump administration. The stakes are incredibly high, and we stand ready to fight for a future where everyone has the right to make their own choices about their bodies and lives.
Together, we re-commit to resisting, organizing, and advocating for a just and equitable society. Americans were outraged and mobilized after Roe vs. Wade was struck down, and we will once again continue the fight to make sure all people have access to abortion care and the right to make decisions about their own bodies in Minnesota and beyond.
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About Women Winning
Women Winning was established in 1982 by a multi-partisan group of 25 women determined to increase the number of pro-choice women in public office. With more than 19,000 statewide members, Women Winning is Minnesota’s largest women’s political organization.
Women Winning’s mission is to recruit, train, and elect pro-choice women to all levels of public office. The organization runs a smart, strategic, and targeted political program focused on competitive districts for pro-choice women candidates with the goal of increasing the number of pro-choice women serving in public office. Women Winning offers robust, formal training, mentorship, and support from the time a pro-choice woman first considers a run for office to election day.
