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.
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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 Political 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.