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Women Haven't Felt Less Free To Talk Politics Since '97: 'The Backlash Is Real.'
https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/women-politics-backlash_uk_69a847c5e4b0d5c345657821The CARE analysis suggested that women are, on average, less able to discuss politics openly without fear of harassment.
“These findings should concern anyone who cares about democracy,” Pankhurst said.
“When women feel less able to speak openly about politics, it’s a clear warning sign that civic space is shrinking. This isn’t just about confidence; it reflects growing hostility, restrictions and systemic barriers that are pushing women out of public debate.
“If half the population feels silenced, our politics becomes weaker and less representative. Our democracy is weaker for it. It is a warning light.”
In 2025, the United Nations (UN) said that deadly conflicts, financial cuts, and backlash to women’s rights led to “stagnation and regression” of women’s freedoms.
“These findings should concern anyone who cares about democracy,” Pankhurst said.
“When women feel less able to speak openly about politics, it’s a clear warning sign that civic space is shrinking. This isn’t just about confidence; it reflects growing hostility, restrictions and systemic barriers that are pushing women out of public debate.
“If half the population feels silenced, our politics becomes weaker and less representative. Our democracy is weaker for it. It is a warning light.”
In 2025, the United Nations (UN) said that deadly conflicts, financial cuts, and backlash to women’s rights led to “stagnation and regression” of women’s freedoms.