As the non-partisan Women & Politics Institute at American University marks its 25th anniversary, a new nationwide survey underscores both the progress women have made in politics and the barriers that remain. The poll, “She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics,” finds that while voters strongly support electing more women and trust them on key issues, lingering biases and double standards continue to shape the path to the presidency.

To learn more about this new research, check out the key takeaways, memo, and our press release.