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Politics condemned Harriet Harman as “One of Those Women“ after her sexism speech

If you’re a female MP being asked about sexism in parliament, you're expected to file it under Worse Things Happen At Sea, lest you appear weak…

By Sadie Smith

Politics condemned Harriet Harman as “One of Those Women“ after her sexism speech

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Face it, PMQs is better viewing than committees where the narcoleptic fear to tread

In defence of Westminster's weekly Punch and Judy session.

By Sadie Smith

There’s no point in online feminism if it’s an exclusive, Mean Girls club

Ever tried to engage with feminist discussion on the internet? Chances are, you won’t be welcome.

By Sadie Smith

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