A study published in Political Research Quarterly revealed that female lawmakers in the U.S. Congress bring unique and divergent perspectives to defense policy debates — a domain historically dominated by their male counterparts. These findings underscore the significant role gender and party affiliations play in shaping discussions about national security. Traditionally, research on political representation has concentrated on the involvement of female lawmakers in “women’s issues” like healthcare, childcare, and reproductive rights. Recent investigations, however, have shifted focus to explo…