The retirement of Congresswoman Wilson marks more than just an end to an era; it has triggered a sudden, crowded, and deeply consequential campaign cycle. This highly recognizable icon has build a powerful brand and is hailed as one of the most influential political and educational leder in teh history of the area. All things evolve huh? Her departrure sets off what will either become as evolutionary success story or the complete oppostite. The stakes are high.

Women represent 51% of the US population. So why do they represent less than a third of the nation’s elected leaders? We can’t expect to...