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Theresa May: If a woman shows emotion she’s seen as weak

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September 13, 2023

Theresa May: If a woman shows emotion she’s seen as weak

Source: The Telegraph

Female politicians who show strength are seen as “aggressive harridans” while male counterparts are seen as “brilliant”, according to Theresa May.

The UK’s second female prime minister also reiterated claims that women in public life who show emotion are seen as “weak” while men who express themselves are celebrated.

Click here to read the full article published by The Telegraph on 13 September 2023.

Author
Jamie Bullen

Female politicians who show strength are seen as “aggressive harridans” while male counterparts are seen as “brilliant”, according to Theresa May.

The UK’s second female prime minister also reiterated claims that women in public life who show emotion are seen as “weak” while men who express themselves are celebrated.

Click here to read the full article published by The Telegraph on 13 September 2023.

Author
Jamie Bullen

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