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Kathleen Wynne says it’s time to ‘blow up’ myths that hinder women in politics, Canada

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Kathleen Wynne says it’s time to ‘blow up’ myths that hinder women in politics, Canada

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Premier Kathleen Wynne says it’s time to “blow up the myths” that hinder the progress of women in politics.

Ontario’s first female premier signalled Monday that one of the things that most irks her is the suggestion she can’t — or won’t — make tough economic decisions.

“One of the myths I’m dealing with right now . . . is the idea that a female leader can’t make a forceful, positive impact as steward of the economy,” Wynne told 450 people at a Canadian Club luncheon, where she received the Equal Voice EVE award.

We invite our users to read the full article published September 23 2013

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Premier Kathleen Wynne says it’s time to “blow up the myths” that hinder the progress of women in politics.

Ontario’s first female premier signalled Monday that one of the things that most irks her is the suggestion she can’t — or won’t — make tough economic decisions.

“One of the myths I’m dealing with right now . . . is the idea that a female leader can’t make a forceful, positive impact as steward of the economy,” Wynne told 450 people at a Canadian Club luncheon, where she received the Equal Voice EVE award.

We invite our users to read the full article published September 23 2013

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