Sex, politics, and Putin : political legitimacy in Russia /
Valerie Sperling.
- New York, NY : Oxford University Press, (c)2015.
- 1 online resource.
- Oxford studies in culture and politics .
Includes bibliographies and index.
The power of sex: culture, gender, and political legitimacy -- Putin the sex back in politics: gender norms, sexualization, and political legitimation in Russia -- Who's macho, who's gay?: pro- and anti-Kremlin activists gendering Russia's political leadership -- Fight club: gendered activism on patriotism, conscription, and pro-natalism -- Everywhere and nowhere: sexism and homophobia in Russian politics -- When pussy riots: feminist activism in Russia -- Conclusion. "The first time, do it for love": sexism, power, and politics under Putin.
9780199324361
Sexism in political culture--Russia (Federation) Political participation--Russia (Federation) Sex role--Political aspects--Russia (Federation) Women--Political activity--Russia (Federation)