relating to the making of laws
from Latin legislatus, past participle of legis latio (law-giving)
Fundamental to understanding government structure
Historically, legislative bodies were male-only or male-dominated; language frames lawmaking as a male domain, reflecting exclusion of women from political participation.
Use neutral descriptors: 'legislative representatives,' 'lawmakers,' 'elected officials.' Avoid assumed pronouns when discussing legislators.
["lawmaking","legislative body","parliament"]
Women's hard-won representation in legislatures globally reflects feminist organizing; acknowledge women legislators' contributions to policy change.
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