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Connections: Discussing stereotypes faced by women in politics

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February 14, 2019

Connections: Discussing stereotypes faced by women in politics

The New York Times stirred debate with a piece about perceptions of sexism on the campaign trail. Six women are running for president in 2020, and record numbers of women are running for office on just about every level.

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The New York Times stirred debate with a piece about perceptions of sexism on the campaign trail. Six women are running for president in 2020, and record numbers of women are running for office on just about every level.

February 14, 2019
The battle to create more space for women in Nigeria’s politics

In the run-up to Nigeria’s general election, starting this Saturday, more and more organisations are trying to turn the tide and get more women into elective positions.

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These women are challenging Hungary’s ‘men in suits’ politics

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February 14, 2019

These women are challenging Hungary’s ‘men in suits’ politics

Anna Donáth spent her first night in police custody in December.

Her phone and bag were missing, and she worried no one knew where she was.

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Anna Donáth spent her first night in police custody in December.

Her phone and bag were missing, and she worried no one knew where she was.

February 14, 2019
Women politicians in Africa face huge odds but can make a real difference

Women are gaining ground in politics around the world.

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February 11, 2019
USA: ‘A woman, just not that woman’, how sexism plays out on the trail

By Maggie Astor,

In the words of her detractors during the 2016 presidential race, Hillary Clinton was abrasive and shrill. She was aloof. She was unlikable.

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February 11, 2019
Don’t shun politics despite attacks - Lydia Alhassan appeals to women in Ghana

The newly elected Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon (AWW) Constituency, Ms Lydia Seyram Alhassan, has advised Ghanaian women not to shun politics despite the challenges of insults, name calling and denigration that they have to go through

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February 11, 2019
Kanimozhi, Divya Spandana to lend voice to maximise women’s representation in politics

Ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Shakti, a non-partisan collective for women in politics, has been doing several campaigns to push for more women candidates.

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February 11, 2019
Wall of male prejudice stifles women’s rise in Nigerian politics

When Bolanle Aliyu decided to run for governor of Oyo State in southwestern Nigeria, even her husband was initially reluctant to support her.

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Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm's historic presidential run was "unbought and unbossed"

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February 8, 2019

Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm's historic presidential run was "unbought and unbossed"

By Jenn M. Jackson,

“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring in a folding chair.” — Shirley Chisholm

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By Jenn M. Jackson,

“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring in a folding chair.” — Shirley Chisholm

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