Apr 20

How Women Are Reshaping Power: Political, Legal & Cultural Wins You May Have Missed

Buckle up—because this week, the patriarchy took some serious hits. From city halls to courtrooms to literal outer space, women and marginalized communities didn’t just show up—they showed out. We’re talking historic wins, long-overdue justice, and a whole lot of "look at us now" energy.

From city governments to protest movements and federal courtrooms, we’re watching the slow unraveling of a system that was never built to include us — and the emergence of something more intuitive to serve our community. 

Let’s break it down.

Political Power Reclaimed

Barbara Lee Elected Mayor of Oakland: A longtime progressive and former member of Congress, Barbara Lee just became the new mayor of Oakland after a decisive ranked-choice win. Backed by labor unions, the city council, and grassroots organizers, her victory is a clear sign that voters are craving experienced, justice-centered leadership — especially from women who’ve been holding it down for decades. (Source)

AOC Raises $9.6M — Without Selling Out: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez raised nearly $10 million in Q1 — an extraordinary number for someone not even running for president. Why does it matter? Because she did it without corporate money, proving once again that women can fund and lead powerful movements without selling their values. Her momentum suggests she’s not just building a campaign — she’s building a legacy. (Source)

Policy That Actually Protects Women

Passport Win for Trans Women: Zaya, a transgender woman who sued the Trump administration over being issued a passport with "male" designation, has received a favorable preliminary ruling from a federal judge against Trump’s passport policy, which had forced transgender people to carry documents that misgender them. While this preliminary ruling only applies to the plaintiffs at this stage, this is the beginning of greater change — not just for the plaintiffs, but for all trans, non-binary, and intersex people seeking legal recognition. Identity is a right, not a debate. (Source)

Justice for Teresa Borrenpohl: After being forcibly removed from a public town hall by a rogue private security firm, six men have now been charged with battery and false imprisonment, and the company has lost its license. It's a warning shot to far-right security groups operating outside the law — and a win for women demanding accountability in public space. (Source)

Women's Wins This Week

Hands Off Protests Keep Growing: Tens of thousands took to the streets — again — in the second “Hands Off” protest against the Trump Administration. With marches across Colorado, New York, Florida, Washington, and more, it’s clear: this movement isn’t slowing down. (Source)

Amanda Nguyen Makes it to Space: After her dreams of being an astronaut were put on hold to radically change laws for survivors of sexual assault, Amanda Nguyen has finally made it to space. As the first Vietnamese woman in space, she calls her flight a "full circle healing" moment for survivors. (Source).

Jade Carey Wins Gymnastics’ Top Honor: Olympic gymnast Jade Carey won the AAI Award — the 'Heisman' of women’s gymnastics. Her excellence comes in the wake of systemic abuse in the sport, and her leadership is part of a larger movement for athlete safety, respect, and reform. It’s not just about winning medals. It’s about rewriting what excellence looks like without exploitation. (Source)

Advertising Regulator Bans Liquid BBL Ads: In a major move toward protecting women’s mental and physical health, advertising regulators have banned misleading and predatory “liquid BBL” (Brazilian Butt Lift) ads that were pressuring women — especially young women — to pursue risky cosmetic procedures. Seems our health is starting to trump profit. (Source)

Patriarchal Power Challenged

Pope Francis Sidesteps JD Vance: The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis skipped an official meeting with VP JD Vance, delegating the task to his deputy, who used the opportunity to lecture Vance on compassion and collaboration. The Catholic Church may not always be progressive, but this move sent a message: performative patriarchy has its limits. (Source)

Tesla Scales Back Cybertruck Amid Backlash: Cybertruck sales are crashing, and Tesla is quietly transferring workers off the line. While there are many reasons, Elon Musk’s public alignment with Trump and far-right ideologies are definitely part of the backlash. Consumers — especially women — are becoming more selective, refusing to financially support leaders whose values are misaligned with theirs. (Source)

A Future Made for Women

I hope you're taking notes, because this week was a masterclass in what happens when women, queer folks, and marginalized communities refuse to back down. We’re reclaiming power, rewriting rules, and leaving dusty old systems in the rearview where they belong.

And what’s becoming possible is a future that works FOR women, not against us.

How will you step into the change this week?

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