Corbyn’s “Stupid Women” Saga: A Brexit Blunder with a Side of Humor
It’s a classic case of political tempers heating up just when the UK is about to leave the EU: Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May exchanged harsh words over the timing of a parliamentary vote, and the moment went viral in seconds.
What Went Down in the Commons
- Corbyn accused May of “recklessly running down the clock” to push her Brexit deal through.
- May fired back, calling Corbyn’s stance a “pantomime” and noting his refusal to ask a confidence vote.
- In the heat of the argument, an audio clip surfaced: Corbyn supposedly muttered “stupid woman”.
- However, his spokesman insists the real phrase was “stupid people” – e.g., a generic jab at the whole debate.
Why the Crowd Went Wild
MPs in the chamber were livestreaming the drama on their phones. The clip quickly trended on social media, sparking a debate about:
- Language used toward women in Parliament.
- Bullying culture in Westminster.
- Corbyn’s “stupid people” remark as an attempt to dismiss the seriousness of Brexit.
Women’s Voices in the Commons
Stella Creasy (Labour MP) tweeted: “This is not ok.”
Andrea Leadsom (Conservative minister) even demanded Speaker John Bercow’s presence to accuse him of failing to apologise for his earlier “stupid woman” throw‑away. Bercow, who’s faced his own accusations of using abusive language, replied that he had “resolved” the situation the previous year.
Corbyn’s Clarification
Corbyn’s spokesperson stated:
- He did not say “stupid woman.”
- He has no time for misogynistic abuse.
- He added that the “stupid people” remark was a response to the attempt to undermine the Brexit debate.
The Aftermath: A No‑Deal Watchdog and the Parliament’s Take
With the UK set to exit the EU on March 29, London and Brussels are now prepping for a “no‑deal” scenario – a situation Corbyn called “a disaster for our country.” He warned that delaying the vote would not help the situation:
- “We’re racing towards a crisis,” he said.
- May promised her supporters that the delay was a necessary step.
Teams in Parliament continued to debate, some calling for a full apology, others dismissing it as a footnote in the far bigger Brexit saga.
Time will tell whether the clause near the bottom of the Corbyn‑May exchange is finally resolved, or if it’ll stay on the record as a cautionary tale for politicians who do not keep their language as tidy as their parliamentary reports.
