Irina Karamanos, an avowed feminist and partner of Chile's leftist president-elect Gabriel Boric, has drawn fire from women's groups for her decision to accept the "anachronistic" role of first lady.
Karamanos, a social scientist and activist of 32, said Tuesday she would accept the first lady job, but exercise it with a modern, feminist twist.Like in many other countries, the role of first lady in Chile is not officially defined, but traditionally involves overseeing the work of social organizations.
She added: "Also, as a feminist I think this position -- and it seems contradictory to take it on as a feminist -- in reality is mostly a challenge that we can exploit to talk about different issues, and display a new way of exercising power."While some applauded her commitment to reform, others agreed with her own statement that accepting the role contradicted her commitment to advancing women's rights.
Added Priscila Gonzales of the Chilean Network Against Violence Against Women: "I do not doubt in her abilities, what I question is the continuation of a profoundly chauvinist position in which women are relegated to a secondary role."
Extreme leftist. Please correct. The woman was unknown until three weeks ago. No known STEADY partner was known having. On past tv programs interviews, he has said having homosexual relationships, so the present setting was not expected. Street say that she was just assigned.
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