Dive into the heated debate as Giorgia Meloni earns the title of 'Man of the Year' from a daily, triggering strong reactions from women's rights activists. Join us as we explore the controversy, the reasons behind the naming, and the fierce denouncement from advocates pushing for gender equality. Share your thoughts in the comments – where do you stand on this divisive recognition? Don't miss this critical conversation!
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00:00 In a surprising turn, Italy's first woman Prime Minister, Giorgia Melani, has been crowned
00:12 Man of the Year by the far-right daily Libero Quotidiano, based in Milan.
00:22 The newspaper claims that Giorgia has trumped in a 2023 battle of the sexes.
00:30 However, this epithet has ignited a fierce debate, especially among women's rights activists
00:37 and female politicians who view it as an unsettling affirmation of male superiority.
00:48 The controversy has reached social media platforms with MP Elisabetta Piccoloti from the Greens
00:54 and Left Alliance to express her dissatisfaction.
01:00 Piccoloti challenges Prime Minister Melani to reject the title, questioning whether the
01:05 recognition undermines the strides made for gender equality.
01:11 Now, let's explore the perspective behind Giorgia Melani being named Man of the Year.
01:23 In an article by Mario Secchi, a paper's Rome bureau chief, he writes, "Melani is celebrated
01:28 for winning what's termed the 'war of the sexes' in Italy."
01:36 Secchi asserts that Melani not only shattered the glass ceiling but completely dissolved
01:41 it, emphasising her ability to navigate through times of war and geopolitical challenges.
01:52 Secchi, who led Melani's public relations team for a significant part of 2023, argues
01:57 that the Prime Minister's unique approach, divergent thinking and resilience have neutralised
02:03 gender distinctions.
02:07 According to him, Melani's achievements go beyond breaking barriers.
02:12 She has effectively erased traditional boundaries too.
02:16 However, not everyone shares the same perspective.
02:20 Elise Killeen, secretary of the centre-left Democratic Party, expresses a different sentiment,
02:26 stating that her political aspirations do not revolve around becoming 'Man of the Year',
02:31 considering it a form of surrender.
02:34 This is what people are thinking about it.
02:37 We would like to know from you, do you think it is the gender barrier or it is breaking
02:44 gender barrier?
02:45 Tell us in the comments below.
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