Paxton, Kunovich and Hughes Flashcards
1
Q
PKH
A
Consider why women are underrepresented in societies
2
Q
1)Supply Side
A
women are less to seek election because…
family obligations
spouses/family/friends
discourage
aversion to aggressive/confrontional work
socialized to pursue female occupations
3
Q
2) Demand Side
A
a low demand for female politicians is what explains their under-representation
popular biases against females as leaders
4
Q
What overcomes these norms?
A
Communism
left-leaning parties and female leaders
proportional representation
Quotas
5
Q
3) Cultural explanations
A
region and religion can affect female representation
6
Q
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