Debate: Is Politics Sexist? Part Two

4,293 views · Published 3 September 2014 · 8:03 · Indexed 23 October 2026

Channel: Sky News · 2014 · News & Politics

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Is politics in Britain sexist? Sky News Political Correspondent Anushka Asthana recalls a female MP in a skirt being heckled by a male MP who shouted "knickers!" at her. Everyday Sexism Campaign founder Laura Bates, broadcaster Matthew Stadlen, and the feminist author Julie Bindel also contribute.

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