Masculine Traits Are Still Linked to Leadership
When defining an effective leader, traditionally feminine characteristics are considered secondary to attributes like assertiveness.
Sexism
To Most People, All-Male Lawmaking Bodies Are Seen as Less Legitimate
Americans are uncomfortable with men making decisions about women's rights.
Women in STEM Benefit From Same-Sex Support
Fewer females drop out of doctoral programs if they have a significant number of same-sex peers.
The Slow Silencing of Sexism at the Symphony
This season, works by women composers are being featured more frequently by many American orchestras. Mozart and Schubert, meet Mazzolli and Shaw.
Hit Movies Have More Female Characters—and Stronger Ones Too
New research finds females still make up a minority of the onscreen population, but they are depicted more often in leadership roles.
Fixing Sexism at the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
A sexist remark at a recent meeting prompted some soul-searching among the world's top climate scientists. How can they prevent women's expertise from being excluded?
Sexism and Religious Fundamentalism Drive Opposition to Abortion
Psychological research provides fresh perspectives on the underlying motivations of anti-choice advocates.
Since We Last Spoke: The Stubborn Gender Gap
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
The Way We Identify Professionals Disadvantages Women
Males are much more likely to be granted last-name-only status, which implies eminence in their field.
How Hillary Clinton's Loss Hurt Women in the Workplace
In the wake of her defeat, women were viewed as less likely to get promoted, according to new research.
Single Mothers Are Having Their Moment in American Politics
A growing number of single women are running for public office. In order to beat their opponents, they may need to shatter some unfair stigmas first.
How Gender Bias Subtly Influences Supreme Court Decisions
New research suggests male justices are more receptive to appeals that line up with gender stereotypes.
Research Finds That Racism, Sexism, and Status Fears Drove Trump Voters
Two new studies suggest Trump broadened the Republican Party's appeal by tapping into deep-seated anxieties and prejudices.
'Sexism Is a Feature of the System'
As #MeToo comes to college campuses, Kelly Baker's work shows just how deeply sexism is embedded in academia.
More Evidence That Racism and Sexism Were Key to Trump's Victory
A new analysis finds attitudes about gender and race were far better predictors of support for Trump than personal economic woes.
The Pervasive Stereotype of the Male Scientist
Today’s kids are less reflexively sexist than past generations. But the stereotype that all scientists are male remains stubbornly persistent.
Compliment a Woman's Looks, Lower Her Math Score
New Israeli research finds a well-intentioned remark can trigger a negative reaction.
Heavy Make-Up Signals Weak Leadership
Women can be accepted in positions of power—so long as they go easy on the eye shadow.
Economic Instability Dampens Support for Female Candidates
New research identifies yet another prejudice faced by women running for office.
Fighting Sexual Assault Locally, Outside the #MeToo Movement
Hospitality and domestic workers suffer staggering rates of sexual harassment and assault. But they are among women still largely omitted from the #MeToo movement—and many federal protections.
'Looking for Brilliant Minds' Translates as 'Women Need Not Apply'
New research finds the stereotype that intellectual genius is a male trait can dampen females' interest in certain jobs or fields of study.
Female Lawyers Are Interrupted More Frequently
An analysis of three decades of Supreme Court oral arguments finds male attorneys are treated more deferentially.
The Covert Sexism of Sports News
Sports commentators have abandoned the practice of sexually objectifying female athletes on air for more covert forms of sexism.