Grace Tame suggests Anthony Albanese labelling her ‘difficult’ is ‘misogynist’s code for a woman who won’t comply’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Sarah Basford CanalesFebruary 26, 2026 at 02:37 AM

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After facing backlash for calling Grace Tame "difficult," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese clarified that he meant to describe her "difficult life." Tame, the 2021 Australian of the Year and advocate for sexual abuse survivors, responded by reposting a social media message suggesting the term "difficult" is a misogynistic label for non-compliant women. The exchange occurred after Albanese's initial comment, prompting him to explain his intended meaning. Tame's response highlights her disagreement with Albanese's characterization and frames it within a broader context of gendered language. The incident has sparked discussion about the use of such terms and their potential implications.

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