We spoke with four women who are voting in 2020 for candidates from the opposite party they’ve identified with for years. Here’s what they had to say.
Jenna Thomas /
For a decade, I worked as a TV news anchor and investigative reporter. In 2017, I stepped away from the lights and cameras to go through fertility treatments and bring my beautiful twin boys into the world. Now that Abe & Eli are almost three, whining excessively and protesting napping, I’m not sure that was the best move. I feel fortunate to cross paths with Ms. Mayhem. It’s a privilege to write stories focusing on women’s issues. On a personal note, I can’t get by without Diet Coke, dry shampoo, and Craig, my husband.
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