Topic > The study on citizens' political ambition: gender gap...

I don't know what to call it, maybe the "double standard" would work. In bizarre elections, women are criticized for their voices. Some say they don't speak softly enough, others even say they shout. Other times they criticize their clothing, their Librarianesk trouser suits or the “church heels” shoes they wear in debates. They may be scrutinized for having a bad hair day or for using a scrunchie. Maybe they just don't smile enough. I honestly believe that image has a huge impact on people, even more so on female candidates. In my opinion, Hillary would never have won the Democratic primary if she had taken the stage with as much commitment to her hair and pantsuit as Bernie did to his hair and suit (which was none). I would just argue that there is a higher or even double standard for women in politics that could turn women away from the idea of ​​public service or get them elected to a