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'Unhinged', 'Demeaning': Columnist's C-bomb attack on female MPs - Minister, Stuff, PR bosses respond

The article from the NZ Herald discusses the controversy surrounding a column by Andrea Vance published in Stuff, which criticized Finance Minister Nicola Willis and other female MPs over their stance on pay equity. The column used the term "c-word" in reference to Willis, prompting Stuff to issue a response acknowledging the inappropriateness of the language used. The piece has faced significant backlash, with critics arguing that it undermines the important issue of pay equity and unfairly targets female politicians. Stuff's response emphasized their commitment to respectful discourse and apologized for any offense caused, while also defending the right to robust debate on critical issues like pay equity.

Read the Full The New Zealand Herald Article at:
[ https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-stuff-responds-to-use-of-c-word-as-it-faces-criticism-for-andrea-vance-column-taking-aim-at-finance-minister-nicola-willis-and-female-mps-over-pay-equity/SG6EWBCZ5NELLBVS6TAWNQIJHM/ ]