Ireland votes to keep ‘sexist’ language in the constitution — RT World News
Voters rejected the proposal to expand the definition of family and the role of women
Irish voters overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to revise the definition of family in the country's conservative constitution and remove reference to women's rights. “Homework” Both the government and opposition parties said the current text contains outdated and sexist language about women and their role in society.
The referendum on the issue was held on Friday, which was timed to coincide with International Women's Day.
Voters were offered the option of extending constitutional protections for families to include those upon which they were founded “lasting relationships” Other than marriage. They were also offered to remove the clause relating to the state's duty to do so “Ensuring that mothers are not forced, by economic necessity, to work, thus neglecting their duties at home.”
According to the official results released late Saturday evening, 67.7% voted against redefining the family, while about 74% refused to repeal the law. “Homework” item.
“I think it is clear at this stage that the Family Amendment and Welfare Amendment referendums have been defeated.” Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said at a press conference in Dublin on Saturday, admitting that the authorities had failed to convince the majority of the public.
He had previously said that there would be a “no” vote “Step back” Women's rights were criticized “Very old language, very interesting language.” From the constitution.
Deputy Prime Minister Michel Martin also expressed frustration with the results, but this was confirmed by the Cabinet “Totally respected” they.
According to Irish media, the ambiguous wording of the amendments, messaging problems and lackluster campaigning were among the reasons people voted no.
Adopted in 1937, the Irish Constitution was heavily influenced by the Catholic Church and reflects conservative views on social issues. But in the past decade, the country has legalized same-sex marriage and repealed a near-total ban on abortion.
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