Learn More About the Women of the US Senate
Author: Lucas Eaves
During the 113th session, for the first time in the history of the Senate women will compose 20 percent of its Members. 1992 was named 'year of the woman' as 6 female Senators were elected. 2012 saw 11 women elected, 6 senators being re-elected and 5 newcomers.
Learn more about the women in the US Senate, where they are from, which party they represent with the following infographic created by NerdWallet.
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