Misogyny in Politics

In an interview with Georgia Voice, Jane Kim Coloseus, Her Term Executive Director, discussed the misogyny put on display during the October 7 Vice Presidential debate between Sen. Kamala Harris and Vice President Mike Pence.

According to Coloseus, the debate was an all-too-familiar display of sexism, microaggressions, misogyny and bias. For women, and especially women of color, Coloseus noted that as a candidate Harris had to a walk a fine line during the debate: be likeable and competent, but not too authoritative. “She had to tip toe that really fine balance,” she added.

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