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2 days ago

Nicola Sturgeon's immense political talent is undeniable. The nationalism was the problem | Martin Kettle

Sturgeon was extremely lucky and often wrong, sometimes seriously so. There are examples of all these qualities in her newly published memoir, Frankly.
UK politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Men Are Already Writing Off Ukraine's New Prime Minister

Ukraine's new prime minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, faces skepticism and sexism as she leads during a period of increased geopolitical tension.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: July 12, Disco Demolition Night

The Chicago White Sox's Disco Demolition Night caused a riot, leading to the team's forfeit of the second game of a double-header.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The first Black woman U.S. Senator looks back on her political career in new memoir

Carol Moseley Braun details her groundbreaking career and personal journey in her memoir, inspired to share her story by her grandchild's curiosity.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

Joy Behar Presses Anthony Weiner on Why Men Like He and Trump Survive Scandals While More Qualified' Women Lose Elections

Gender disparity in politics leads to women losing elections while men survive scandals.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK politics

Who is Sarah Pochin? Reform UK's first female MP

Sarah Pochin's election marks a significant moment for Reform UK as their first female MP after a narrow victory in a crucial by-election.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Joy Behar Presses Anthony Weiner on Why Men Like He and Trump Survive Scandals While More Qualified' Women Lose Elections

Gender disparity in politics leads to women losing elections while men survive scandals.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Australia's new youngest senator elected at 21 with shocking win

Charlotte Walker, who turned 21 on election day, is Australia's youngest ever senator, winning against low expectations.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Misogynistic' Reform activists depict female cabinet ministers as cows in abattoir

Political stunt depicting female ministers as cows is condemned as misogynistic and dangerous, highlighting growing concerns for MP safety.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Hillary Clinton frets that a female Republican president would be 'handmaiden to the patriarchy'

Hillary Clinton expressed concern about female Republicans undermining feminism and emphasized the need for genuine female leadership against patriarchy.
SF politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Rep. Jasmine Crockett says Dems want the 'safest white boy' as 2028 prez candidate

Democrats are considering a candidate for the 2028 presidential race who is not a woman or a Black person, according to Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
US politics
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

New Study Finds That Girls Who See Women Run For Political Office Are More Likely To Vote As Adults

Exposure to female political candidates boosts voting likelihood for adolescent girls.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Historic shift in Hialeah politics: First woman mayor takes office amid council shakeup

"I may be quiet, but I'm a firm believer that actions speak louder than words. I don't believe in speaking without purpose," said Garcia-Roves.
NYC politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Kamala Harris to give remarks in San Francisco as President Trump marks 100th day in office

Kamala Harris will deliver a keynote address at Emerge's gala, emphasizing the need for women’s empowerment in politics, especially amid heightened interest after Trump's reelection.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

This election, Peter Dutton leaves us, the female Liberal diaspora, in no better place than 2022 | Paula Matthewson

Since the 2022 federal election, the Liberal party has failed to reconnect with female voters, risking further alienation while elevating the hard-right faction.
UK politics
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