Women face numerous hurdles running for office. By working across party lines in their campaigns, they are primed to work together once they are elected.
Elections
What’s Next After Defeat of Seventh Penny?
Proponents said a seventh cent of sales tax was one of the best tools to infuse a struggling economy and support community priorities. Now officials are eyeing other alternatives, including raising property taxes in town.
Women Won In Local Elections But Still Face Hurdles
Local female candidates campaigned on community and compassion. Now, will they face unequal pressure to be the glue keeping Jackson whole?
Voters Celebrate, Contemplate Historic Election
Jubilance swirled through Jackson’s Town Square on Saturday morning. After four anxiety-filled days, the results of a historic presidential election were in.
As Wyoming Goes Further Right, Teton County Continues Pushing Left
Voters overwhelmingly rejected Republican candidates for local and national races, deepening Teton County’s outlier status amid a sea of red. Is a local blue wave a reaction to Trump or reflective of a larger tide?
The Votes Are In
Unofficial election results include a landslide victory for Vice Mayor Hailey Morton Levinson. Meanwhile, Jim Rooks and Jessica Sell Chambers take seats on Jackson Town Council and incumbents Natalia Macker and Greg Epstein retain their positions on the Board of Teton County Commissioners. Plus, dispatches from the polls.
Teton County Prepares for Record Voter Turnout
More than 70 percent of the valley’s registered voters have already cast their ballots for what has been called the most consequential election of a lifetime. For those voting today, measures are in place to keep the process safe and secure.
