Lawmaker’s Dress Under Fire

South Korea – When an outfit matters in politics?

A female lawmaker in South Korea name Ryu Ho-jeong was attacked with sexism comments because of her outfit or dress which she wore when she attends to the assembly which is not a proper and standard attire.

But her co-political party support her despite of the comments she received online and defend her that it is not what a politician wear that matters to be qualified for the job but rather on one’s works as a politician.

“ “We cannot agree at all with the voice that paints a female politician as lacking qualification by evaluating her look and image rather than her legislative work.”, the party said in a statement.” (CNN)

“ “Women lawmakers are still becoming targets of discussion for wearing pants, or choosing a bright-colored outfit. We express regret at today’s reality in the National Assembly where overbearingly screaming at one another has become natural, while wearing a dress is considered an issue.”” (CNN)

Some comments include: “Soon she’ll come to work in a bikini.” , and “Is this a bar?”

Ryu Ho-jeong and her dress (image from CNN website)