The Equal Rights Amendment: A Woman's Prerogative
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History, Social Studies
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10th Grade - University
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The video explores the history and challenges of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) in the U.S. It highlights the long struggle for women's voting rights and the drafting of the ERA by Alice Paul and Crystal Eastman in 1923. Despite initial support, the ERA faced opposition from both men and women, including concerns about labor equality and military drafts. Phyllis Schlafly's activism further hindered its progress. Although Virginia ratified the ERA in 2020, the deadline had passed, leaving the amendment's future uncertain. The video concludes by questioning the reasons for and against making the ERA a constitutional amendment.
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What actions did supporters of the ERA take when the ratification deadline passed?
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What was the significance of Virginia becoming the 38th state to ratify the ERA in 2020?
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