IntroductionThe controversial little book entitled Women, Power, Politics argues that politics is devalued, recognizing the fact that only a few people vote and women are unable to achieve results all within the realm of Canadian politics. Sylvia Bashevkin, the book's author, argues that Canadians feel a deep discomfort with women in positions of political authority, what she calls the "women plus power equals discomfort" equation. It assesses a number of barriers faced by women entering politics, including the partial role of the media in representing the private lives of women politicians, and asks why citizens believe politics is underrepresented in Canada compared to Belgium. In clear and accessible terms, Bashevkin explains his ideas on how to eliminate “low voter turnout,” “devaluation of politics,” “gender patterns,” and “media framing.” It outlines some compelling solutions to address the impasse facing women in Canadian politics: challenging media representations, changing the rules of the game, improving legislative quotas, electoral reform, movement renewals, etc. a political mainstream , actions that should be taken against the oppressive elements of reality and the awareness it brings across the economic, social and political environment. Main points or topics from the readings Canada is a fair and open society where every talented person can succeed. Canada's cultural values appear to be open to women and other traditionally underrepresented groups entering politics, but this is still focuses on the traditional role of what constitutes a good leadership style (Bashevkin S, Pg.22). they are common and measured in three dist...... middle of the paper ......cs should acquire its value, and finally people should vote because it is their responsibility. Moredish Conroy points out, “The traditional ruler's view of women rejects the idea that femininity and political power can coexist.” The traditional idea of what constitutes leadership should be rejected. Bashevkin argues that people must address their own internalized, often unacknowledged feelings of discomfort about putting women in positions of power. This should change. Rationally, we should all engage in politics because it contributes to our daily activities. This book is a precondition for change because it promotes awareness by bringing about change through monitoring the media, social movements, public opinions, electoral reforms, consensus building, collaboration, stronger motivation and changing rules of the game. This assures every citizen that every voice counts.
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