Why is it that women make up half of the population, but only account for a fraction of our elected representatives? With an election right around the corner, it seemed like a great time to find out! Join us as we talk about the Glass Cliff, unfair treatment by the media, and other factors that make it difficult for women to throw their hat in the political ring. 

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Interactive house of commons graphic

Jane and Perry study

Gender and party strongholds

Politicizing Bodies