40 Years Later, The Era Is Still Not A Part Of The Constitution

The video discusses the history and challenges of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), first introduced by Alice Paul. Despite passing Congress in the 1970s, the ERA fell short of state ratifications. Recent efforts aim to revive the amendment, with legal debates on rescissions and strategies like removing deadlines or restarting the process. Public misconceptions persist, with many believing the ERA is already part of the Constitution. Advocates argue for its necessity to ensure permanent protections for women's rights, amidst opposition and state-level alternatives.

Who was Alice Paul in the context of the Equal Rights Amendment?

• A member of Congress

• A Supreme Court Justice

• A famous journalist

• A leader of the Women's Suffrage Movement

How many states were needed to ratify the ERA?

• 25 states

• 13 states

• 38 states

• 50 states

What is one of the legal arguments against rescinding votes for the ERA?

• Rescissions are counted in the final tally

• Rescissions are not legally binding

• Rescissions are only valid if approved by Congress

• Rescissions are automatically accepted

What is the main goal of the Deadline Removal Bill?

• To eliminate the 1982 deadline

• To add more states to the ratification process

• To introduce a new ERA

• To change the language of the ERA

What misconception do many Americans have about the ERA?

• That it includes the word 'woman'

• That it was never proposed

• That it only applies to certain states

• That it has already been ratified

Why do some people oppose the ERA?

• It is unnecessary due to state laws

• It conflicts with international treaties

• It is too costly to implement

• It could complicate existing laws

Why is a federal ERA considered necessary despite state-level progress?

• It would reduce state autonomy

• It would increase federal funding

• It would simplify legal processes

• State laws can be easily changed