| Share of general population | Share of those who have run for office | |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 49 | 75 |
| Women | 51 | 25 |
Among Americans
%
Sources:
pewresearch.org
Share:
| Share of general population | Share of those who have run for office | |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 49 | 75 |
| Women | 51 | 25 |
Though roughly equal in share of the general population, men are 3 times more likely to run for public office in the United States than women.
But the 25% of women who do run are 10 times more likely to be qualified/competent for the job.