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Year of the Woman in Massachusetts? No thanks.

Por: The Boston Globe Opinion October 07, 2022

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Women are poised to win several elections to powerful positions in state government next month, and we’ve heard talk in various corners of the business and political communities that some (mostly men) are ready to proclaim 2022 as The Year of the Woman.Huh? The year — singular?Perhaps the remarks were intended as a compliment, but it’s difficult not to see such simplistic designations as patronizing, a pat on the head, as if this year is... + full article



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