When female politicians are perceived to be power-seeking, voters react negatively with feelings of moral outrage.

Reserving political seats for women increases female electoral participation and responsiveness to women’s policy concerns.

Exposure to women leaders decreases gender bias and improves women’s future electoral prospects.

Higher levels of testosterone are associated with more aggression, particularly among older women and younger men.

Women political leaders prioritize public goods that are of concern to women and female citizens are more engaged in civic discussion when women hold public office.