5 website articles with short intro and comment

http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/malaysia/article/parliament-bans-sexist-remarks-during-debates

This article discussed about the proposal to ban sexist remarks among MPs in the Parliament. Besides showing an example of what the amendment will be, it has collected several sexist remarks by different MPs. This showed a good research on quotes by MPs in the past years.

http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/sideviews/article/kicking-sexism-out-of-politics-womens-aid-organisation

This is a good analysis of sexism in politics, supported by statistics and reports. The article also stands strong to kick out sexism in politics, ensure equality especially to the new DAP member, Dyana Sofya as a candidate for Teluk Intan.

http://www.malaysia-today.net/dyana-sofya-hits-out-over-menstrual-cycle-remark/

A good blend of new stories with a few sources, even though the topic focused on Dyana Sofya and recent sexism remarks to disqualify her from being in the politics field. Besides quotes from Dyana Sofya, Janarthani Arumugam who is the president, EMPOWER was quoted as well.

http://www.therocket.com.my/en/the-toxicity-of-sexism-and-politics-in-malaysia/

A good opinion piece on why sexism is toxic especially in the area of politics. Straight forward and precise.

http://www.blog.learningpartnership.org/2010/02/malaysia-sexism/

A good insight on sexism which links to politics once again, however the highlight was how the writer also suggested a solution rather than just discussing about the issue and giving her opinions.

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