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UK Minister Critiques Misogynistic Social Media

Bridget Phillipson, the UK minister for women and equalities, expresses concerns about the normalization of racism and misogyny in British society, attributing it to right-wing politics and social media.

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Bridget Phillipson, the UK minister for women and equalities, has criticized the growing misogynistic culture on social media. She believes that racism and sexism are becoming due to right-wing politics and the environment of social media. Phillipson expresses her fears for British and the impact on women and girls, emphasizing the need for change.

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Adapted from The Guardian, 20 August 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.

Key vocabulary

  • misogyny

    hatred or prejudice against women

    The minister spoke out against misogyny in social media.

  • normalize

    to make something acceptable or usual

    Racism and sexism are becoming normalized in society.

  • toxic

    harmful or poisonous

    The toxic culture on social media affects many people.

  • concerns

    worries or anxieties about something

    She expressed her concerns about the impact on women.

  • society

    a community of people living together

    Phillipson fears for British society's future.

Quick quiz

01What does Bridget Phillipson criticize in her interview?

02What is Bridget Phillipson's role?

03What does Phillipson attribute the normalization of these issues to?

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Discussion

How can social media platforms address issues of misogyny and racism?