There’s no shortage of data showing that men rule the political world: Women make up just 20 percent of the world’s parliaments and constitute about 17 percent of cabinet positions. Why aren’t there more women leaders, and is there any hope of change? We asked top female leaders around the world to tell us about the worst cases of sexism in politics, the biggest obstacles for aspiring female politicians, and the best ways to bring more women to the negotiating table. Presidents and vice presidents, cabinet secretaries and members of Congress answered our call -- and here’s what they told us.
