Most people who follow corporate news were probably surprised by the midterm election outcomes, which saw Democrats hold far more seats than predicted. "Expected Republican Red Wave Now a Ripple," announced USA Today ( 11/8/22). "Biden Touts Midterm Results as Democrats Defy Expectations, Avoid GOP Blowout," was ABCNews.com's headline ( 11/9/22).

Apparently, women aren't likely to forget their loss of control over their own fertility; not during the midterms and not anytime soon. In fact, voter turnout and voter rage around abortion could pave the way forward in the effort to hold onto democracy itself in the future.

Weekend Reading on Women's Representation is a compilation of stories about women's representation in politics, on boards, in sports and entertainment, in judicial offices and in the private sector in the U.S. and around the world-with a little gardening and goodwill mixed in for refreshment!

The Runoff Election is Scheduled in Georgia on December 6, 2022 Here's what you need to know to make your GA Runoff Voting Plan! In Georgia, a runoff election is held when no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote. There are races that require runoffs following the General Election that are yet to be determined.

Close Senate races are underway in some states that have different laws regarding ballot deadlines and tabulation. But some high-profile Republicans -- including former President Donald Trump -- have suggested, without any evidence, that "they" are trying to "cheat." Officials in those states say they are simply trying to count every legitimate vote.