Fear silences women politicians in public debate
May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026
UPPSALA, Sweden, May 19 -- Uppsala University issued the following news release:
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Fear silences women politicians in public debate
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Women politicians are significantly more likely than their male colleagues to refrain from speaking out in public for fear of threats or harassment - particularly on issues relating to migration and gender equality. Politicians with an immigrant background are also more likely to avoid making public statement . . .
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Fear silences women politicians in public debate
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Women politicians are significantly more likely than their male colleagues to refrain from speaking out in public for fear of threats or harassment - particularly on issues relating to migration and gender equality. Politicians with an immigrant background are also more likely to avoid making public statement . . .