Nikki Haley Encounters the Glass Ceiling in US Politics
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Nikki Haley has suspended her campaign for the Republican presidential nomination, having won only one contest out of 15 in the race. The Ariel at 40 documentary highlights Mellody Hobson’s rise from intern to co-CEO at Ariel Investments. A study suggests that women need half as much exercise as men to achieve the same longevity benefits.
Early Morning Update: Haley Suspends Presidential Campaign, New Insights on Women’s Health, and Rising Stars
Welcome, readers! Today, we explore Nikki Haley’s exit from the Republican presidential race, a promising study illustrating women’s longevity benefits from less exercise than men, and Mellody Hobson’s incredible rise captured in the documentary Ariel at 40.
Haley’s Presidential Bid Ends: Nikki Haley has announced the suspension of her campaign for the Republican nomination. The former UN ambassador’s exit came after securing a sole victory in Vermont on Super Tuesday. This development places Donald Trump as a leading contender for the nomination, with the Supreme Court blocking attempts to exclude him from ballots due to his involvement in the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Haley’s campaign was largely supported by donors who saw her as an alternative to Trump. Her speech emphasized the importance of Trump earning votes from those yet to support him and the need for expansion within the conservative cause. Haley’s exit marks another election cycle without a woman in contention for the highest office.
Key issues affecting women’s lives such as abortion rights, paid leave, and affordable childcare will continue to be the focus. Expect more discussions on these topics during President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address.
Also in the Headlines
Hobson’s Journey: A new documentary named Ariel at 40 tells the story of Mellody Hobson’s rise from intern to co-CEO of Ariel Investments, a Black-owned firm.
Health Advantages for Women: A recent study suggests women require half the exercise men do to achieve similar longevity benefits. The Washington Post covers the study in depth.
Rising Capital: CEO and co-founder of Inspired Capital, Alexa von Tobel, announces that the VC firm raised $330 million for a new fund. More details found here.
Breaking Glass Ceilings: Makiko Ono, Suntory Holdings’ new CEO, opens up about her career journey in a new interview.
New Bill for Deepfake Pornography Victims: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D–N.Y.) is working to pass a bill that will allow victims of non-consensual deepfake pornography to sue its creators and distributors. Learn more from Rolling Stone.
Parting Words
“…accepting the good shots. And giving myself as much of a compliment as I do a critique.”
Thoughts from U.S. Open winner Coco Gauff on managing her perfectionism.
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