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Leader still means man, and language does not change that, according to study

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Briefings

A 2026 study conducted in 42 countries found that introducing gender-inclusive language into political discourse has little to no effect on how the public perceives leaders. Researchers from SWPS University analyzed language changes across various regions and found no significant shift in public perception despite the widespread adoption of such terms.

Key points

• A 2026 international study involving researchers from SWPS University analyzed language changes in 42 countries.
• The study found that introducing gender-inclusive language into political discourse has little impact on public perception of leaders.

Context

This research addresses the debate over whether gender-inclusive language can alter traditional stereotypes about political leadership, as it was conducted in 42 countries to test the hypothesis that language shifts influence public perception.

Limitations

The study covers only 42 countries and relies on observational data from researchers, so it cannot confirm causal relationships or measure long-term effects on public perception.

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