Gender and Voting Flashcards
1
Q
What did Pulzer find out in 1967?
A
Woman are more Conservative than Men
2
Q
What are 2 reasons for women to be more Conservative than Men?
A
Their traditional position
Emphasis on family law and order
3
Q
Why did the gender gap close in 1979 and give one specific example?
A
Changes in society, such as changing roles of women
4
Q
How did Labour create more women friendly policies?
A
Creation of a minister for women and women shortlists in Labour seats
5
Q
In 2005 what was the women vote of Labour compared to Conservative in a ratio?
A
(38%:32%)
6
Q
What was the male vote in 2005?
A
(34%:34%)
