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Nicola Sturgeon: “I actually think it is important for others, women, because it will often be women who find themselves having to carry…”

On the recordAugust 23, 2026
I actually think it is important for others, women, because it will often be women who find themselves having to carry the can for the actions of men.
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Nicola Sturgeon

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Discussing accountability for actions of others.

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