Stephanie Peatling
Stephanie Peatling is a senior writer. She is a former Canberra Political Correspondent for the Sun-Herald.
Uneasiness about a woman in power unleashes a sexist maelstrom
Stephanie Peatling One thing no one can dispute about the prime ministership of Julia Gillard is the impact a woman's elevation to the top job has had on political discourse.
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PM's timely swipe at sexist treatment
Stephanie Peatling Gillard knows the tough reality that confronts women in politics: the treatment is different but don't talk about it because it's not worth the backlash.
Smith should be commended for dragging the ADF into the 21st century
Stephanie Peatling Stephen Smith should be commended for his continuing efforts to drag the kicking and screaming ADF into the 21st century when it comes to the treatment of women within its ranks.
