10/06/2004

Snapshot of Women Small Business Owners

From re:invention blog - for women entrepreneurs:

"An updated snapshot of women small business owners.

55% vote in every election
34% are Democrats.
39% are Republicans.
24% are Independents.
86% are white.
4% are black.
6% are Hispanic.
49% are 50 or older.
45% have college or post grad education.
25% say the economy and jobs are the most important factors in choosing a president.
86% say they are more likely to vote for a candidate who supports controlling health care costs.
57% are unable to provide health insurance for their employees.
54% don't provide health insurance because it is too expensive.

Source: Lake Snell Perry & Associates and American Viewpoint for Women Impacting Public Policy survey, November 2003."