NATIONAL WOMEN'S POLITICAL CAUCUS
             "Women have reached a political plateau and should start seeking power for power's sake" Harriet Woods. For 26 years, the National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC) has made a dramatic impact concerning women in politics. The impressive background of the NWPC is shown in comparing the important purpose on women's progress in the political arena and its extremely important accomplishments achieved by women in America.
             Betty Friedan, a prominent spokesperson for women's rights, founded the NWPC in 1971. ( 1:1) The NWPC is essential to America because 51 percent of the population is female. Currently, NWPC has a very impressive membership of more than 75,000 pro-choice women, who make up their 300 local chapters across the nation. More than 50,000 women across the nation participate in the numerous activities sponsored by the organization each year. (2:1) The most important role for the NWPC is the inclusion of women equally in all aspects of the political parties, government positions, and the judiciary and elective offices, regardless of race, ethnic group, or age. ( 2:1 )
             The purpose for this organization is to take a stand for all women in America, and bring women into full participation in the mainstream of society. Once a member of the NWPC, a woman is motivated and trained in a variety of areas related to public office, regardless of their party affiliation. The NWPC provides continuous financial contributions, volunteers, and technical support to all their candidates. The NWPC believes that women must take action and unite against sexism, racism, institutional violence, poverty, and discrimination against religion and the disabled. Mental, psychological and monetary assistance is often provided to battered women who wish to escape repressive home situations. Additionally, the NWPC also support...