Women are not scrubbers
Wednesday, 18 September 2002, 6:15 pm
Press Release: New Zealand National Party
Women are not scrubbers
Judith Collins Clevedon MP
Labour Deputy Leader Michael Cullen’s comments on women on
the DPB are offensive and demeaning, says National MP Judith
Collins.
“Michael Cullen claimed that I want all women
on the DPB to become ‘scrubbers’. This is offensive and
demeaning to women, especially those seeking employment. He
is suggesting that all women in menial or first-time jobs
are cleaners.
“Dr Cullen tries to be clever but comes
across as offensive and a snob.
“His attitude is
especially inappropriate given that Women’s Suffrage Day is
celebrated this week,” said Ms Collins.
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