Seeking Balance: Conversations with BC Women in Politics

By Anne Edwards

Many Canadians say that British Columbia is the zaniest province, politically speaking. It's too diverse, too polarized -- geographically, demographically and ideologically. But the BC political arena is lively, and it has often led the way in electing women to parliaments -- as respected spokespeople for the public, as equal people. In these conversations, women who served as members of the provincial legislature or the Canadian parliament reveal their ambitions and their reactions to serving in a political system designed and still dominated by men. They reach decisions in ways that do not fit; they bring ideas to groups ill-suited to respond; and they clearly see the jagged edges that should be smoothed in order to create a vibrant democratic state. These women -- of many ages, across party lines and from all parts of the province -- share attitudes and insights into the lively world of BC politics, at home and across our nation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1894759311
• ISBN13: 9781894759311
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Caitlin Press
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

A strong choice for readers who want to understand the growing presence of the fairer sex in electio

Women are half the population but if you looked at most jurisdiction's political systems, you wouldn't know it. "Seeking Balance: Conversations with BC Women in Politics" is a discussion of women in politics, with a special focus on British Columbia, which has had more than a few women break into their political arena. A vast sampling of women's voices talk on the matter and offer much food for thought, and may inspire more women to dare to enter the man's world of politics. "Seeking Balance: Conversations with BC Women in Politics" is a strong choice for readers who want to understand the growing presence of the fairer sex in elections.