Education minister says criticism meant to silence her as woman

Ljubljana, 19 November - Education Minister Simona Kustec responded to criticism mounted against her in a motion of no confidence as it is being debated in parliament on Friday by presenting achievements of her ministry so far. She sees the criticism of her work coming from the left-leaning opposition as being based on "mechanisms for silencing women".

Ljubljana
Education Minister Simona Kustec addresses MPs during debate on a motion to oust her.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Education Minister Simona Kustec addresses MPs during debate on a motion to oust her.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Education Minister Simona Kustec addresses MPs during debate on a motion to oust her.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Education Minister Simona Kustec addresses MPs during debate on a motion to oust her.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Education Minister Simona Kustec addresses MPs during debate on a motion to oust her.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Education Minister Simona Kustec addresses MPs during debate on a motion to oust her.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

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