Did sexist voters bring Italy its first female Prime Minister? by Mauro Bertolotti, Laura Picciafoco. and Patrizia Catellani

In Italy’s 2022 election, Giorgia Meloni made history as the country’s first female Prime Minister. But was her victory influenced by sexism among voters? A new study examines how hostile sexism, combined with political orientation, affected voting choices. Using data from the ITANES survey, researchers uncover complex relationships between gender attitudes and candidate evaluations that may have shaped the election outcome. Explore how these dynamics reveal deeper trends in voter psychology and what it could mean for future elections.

Read the full study for an in-depth analysis!