The intent of these online threats against women is clear, silence them, strip them of their power, and discourage them from running for office.
Jackie Speier: “The intent of these online threats against women is clear, silence them, strip them of their power, and discourage them…”
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Speier discusses the impact of threats against women in politics.
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