Female Politicians Face Death Threats and Sexist Harassment Online, EU Addresses Internet Hate

Female politicians in Slovakia are experiencing targeted online harassment including death threats and sexist attacks that their male counterparts do not face. Women in political positions report receiving threats against their lives, being told to return to domestic roles like cooking, and facing criticism over their appearance and clothing choices rather than their political positions. The European Union has begun addressing the broader issue of online hate speech and harassment targeting women in politics across member states.