Australian MP dons trash bag to protest \u0027rubbish\u0027 sexism in politics, clip goes viral
Radio host Peter Goers wrote about Flint’s “vast wardrobe of blazers, coats and tight, black, ankle-freezing trousers and stiletto heels” in his Sunday newspaper column.
“I’ve put up with a lot as a woman in politics,” said Flint, the member of parliament for Boothby in South Australia, in the video, which been viewed more than 220,000 times since it was posted to Twitter and Facebook on Monday. She said she had dealt with a male stalker and seen her office vandalized with the word “prostitute” since becoming a politician.
“So, Mr. Goers, what I want to know is, what should a woman in politics wear? How about a garbage bag to match your rubbish views,” said Flint, as she removed her coat to reveal the bag with a matching belt.Article content continued
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