Why don't more women run for public office?  One Maine non-profit believes it's because women, more so than men, need to be invited to run, and to feel confident that they have the skills they'll need before committing to a campaign.  In an effort to create a "new old girl's network," a group called Emerge Maine is offiering a six-month campaign and leadership training program for Democratic women interested in public service.

More information at www.emergemaine.org