Gendering the GOP

In Gendering the GOP, Catherine N. Wineinger explores the unique experiences of Republican women in Congress, emphasizing the importance of intraparty gender dynamics in understanding their evolving roles. The book introduces the concept of "partisan-gender identity," illustrating how polarization influences Republican women to differentiate themselves within their party while shaping its gendered landscape. Through interviews and speech analyses, it reveals how these women navigate and influence gender norms within the House GOP conference, highlighting their complex position in a polarized legislative environment.