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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

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Cartoon: America should follow lead in Iceland’s walkout

Emma Yin, Staff Writer • October 30, 2023
Iceland’s second whole-day walkout on Oct. 24 had tens of thousands of women and the Prime Minister of Iceland participating. The event mirrored the 1975 protest when 90% of Icelandic women united to demand gender equality in pay and workplace conditions. Protests like these have lowered Iceland’s pay gap to 10.2%, compared to the 33% global gap. America should follow Iceland’s lead by holding similar demonstrations to bring tangible change in gender equality at work. These walkouts are crucial for raising awareness, building solidarity, and advocating for significant policy reforms. (Emma Yin)
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Emma Yin
Emma Yin, Staff Writer
Emma Yin is a senior at Carlmont High School. This is her third year in the journalism program and currently serves as a staff writer and cartoonist. She is interested in art and dabbling in global news. You can find her drawing on her iPad, playing badminton and music, and hunting for a new boba shop. Follow her on Instagram @em.24.ma