Sweden’s government equality agency warned that increasing levels of hate, harassment, and threats are compelling women to leave public life and political office. The climate is forcing women, especially younger ones, to censor themselves, which the agency labeled a “big threat to democracy.” This follows the recent high-profile resignation of a senior politician who cited hate and threats as her reason for quitting. The survey data shows female politicians are subjected to higher levels of feeling vulnerable compared to their male counterparts.
December 1, 2025. theguardian.com