The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) Explained

The video explores the history and significance of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), first proposed in 1923 by Alice Paul. It discusses the political dynamics, including initial support from the Republican Party and opposition from Democratic circles. The ERA's legislative journey saw it pass Congress but fall short of state ratification. The video also covers the ERA's resurgence in the 1960s and 70s, driven by women's rights groups, and its current status, with ongoing debates about its potential ratification. The ERA aims to ensure gender equality under the law, a topic still relevant today.

What was the significance of the Seneca Falls Convention in relation to the Equal Rights Amendment?

How did the Republican Party's stance on the Equal Rights Amendment evolve over time?

What was the outcome of the Equal Rights Amendment by the end of the 1970s?

What strategies do some Democrats believe could still lead to the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment?