Election

A Colbert might be headed to Congress sooner than we think! Elizabeth Colbert Busch, the older sister to comedian Stephen Colbert, is looking to fill Tim Scott's South Carolina House seat this May. The South Carolina resident wants to bring her big family upbringing and her business background to Washington — a longtime dream of hers. Her brother is a household name and she's up against scandal-struck Mark Sanford; here are five more things to know about Elizabeth Colbert Busch:

1. For starters, she's Stephen Colbert's older sister: It's actually the childhood memory of Stephen sitting on her lap while the two were watching Robert Kennedy's funeral that first sparked Elizabeth's interest in politics.
2. She's an accomplished businesswoman: Although they are close, Elizabeth is confident that her brother's fame will not overshadow her. As the director of business development for Clemson University, she explains that "when people see what I have done and they know the work we have done and they know me as a person and a professional, it will be fine."
3. You can call her Lulu: On the ballot, you'll see her name as Elizabeth Colbert Busch, but her nickname is actually Lulu, as revealed by Stephen, who plans to support her privately.
4. Her positivity is the reason behind her success: She's a successful businesswoman and it is her mindset that "life is good, life is beautiful, and you just need to keep putting one foot in front of the other." A friend claims that has allowed her to battle through tough times like divorce and loss.
5. Her big family is a big deal: Elizabeth believes that coming from a family of 11 kids has made her passionate about children's opportunities and given her strong negotiation skills. It is probably the reason she feels so committed to people in her community, who have pushed her through both the good times and the bad.
6. She goes with her gut, just like her brother: Waiting to live out her dreams, Elizabeth believes now is the time to do it. In a recent interview, she explained her sense of urgency, claiming, "My gut says you're never going to get this opportunity again. And you don't want to turn around as an old woman and say, 'I didn't try.'"

Check out her website for more information about Elizabeth and her campaign!

It's election day, and we're thrilled to continue our LIVE coverage with a viewing party all evening long. Come watch as PopSugar's Molly Goodson and Becca Frucht chat with TrèsSugar's Annie Scudder while the nation's votes come in and states are called. We'll be sharing all the highlights and biggest moments from Barack Obama and Mitt Romney's campaigns, chatting about how the outcome affects women, and sharing in the excitement of election night.

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She's being called the "face of Iran," "Iran's Joan of Arc," and an "Angel of Freedom" — but no matter what she's called, Neda Agha Soltani, who was shot and killed at a protest this weekend in Tehran, will live on as a defining symbol of the segment of Iran's opposition to the controversial election of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

The young philosophy student was shot in the heart on Saturday, presumably by government snipers. Graphic video and images of her last moments have spread around Iran and the world, making Neda a galvanizing figure for protesters.

The reaction by Iranian authorities is evidence of her power — the government has banned prayers and memorials for the young girl.

On the video of her death, a man cries: "Neda, don't be afraid! Neda, stay with me. Neda, stay with me!" Although she's dead now, it's clear that Neda will stay with Iranians struggling for more political freedoms for a long time to come.

To see a protest poster with a graphic, and now iconic, image of Neda, read more

We're sure you have great election-watching plans this evening and if you're worried you might miss the world of fashion while you enjoy this evening's developments...well, our Network can help ween you off the topic.

Style Eyes reported on the perils of talking about fashion all day and a new brand at ASOS called Beckerman that she's got her eye on. Those ruffles had us at hello.

The Daily Obsession reported on her recent trip to the Lancome boutique in New York and a particular product she had the chance to try on for size. This mascara had a 21,000 person waiting list when it debuted last month. 

The Coveted gave a shoutout to recent graduate/footwear designer Gwendolyn Huskens for her thesis project at the Design Academy in Eindhoven.  She rightly points out the need for a "medic esthetic" in the wake of so many 7" heels. 

And the perfect segue...a bit of fashion and a bit of election from Shoeblog.com. Now go pop some popcorn, pour some wine, and buddy-up!