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Facts on Women in Executive Office


Women in President Obama's Cabinet or in Cabinet-Level Positions

Obama's List Doesn't Quite Match Emily's
Washington Post, December 17, 2008

CAWP Press Release, November 13, 2008:
Obama Can Break Record for Appointing Women to Cabinet

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A total of 33 women have held cabinet or cabinet-level appointments in the history of our nation. Of the 33, 23 had cabinet posts. Five women currently serve in cabinet or cabinet-level posts.

Women in Presidential Cabinets
A listing of current and past women presidental cabinet officials.

Women Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates
All women who have run for U.S. president and vice president.

Research on Women in Executive Office

Research and scholarship on women serving in executive office at the federal and state levels are available here.