Gender-based violence in politics has democratic costs, diminishing diverse voices and expertise in public office.
- Professor, Politics and Public Administration, Toronto Metropolitan University
Lorsque le harcèlement est dirigé contre des femmes politiques, des militantes et des journalistes parce qu’elles sont des femmes, il constitue une menace pour la démocratie.
When harassment is directed at women politicians, staffers, activists and journalists because they are women, it poses a threat to democracy.
If successful, Chrystia Freeland could help bolster national unity and Canada’s relationships with the U.S. and Mexico. But relentless sexist attacks against her could derail progress.
Understanding the sexist and misogynistic terrain women climate leaders must navigate is an important requirement of an informed electorate as Canada heads to the polls next month.
Female politicians deal with a lot to get into positions of power: childcare issues, sexism, sexual harassment and now a new study reveals they also deal with high levels of violence.
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