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Protecting Women's Rights: A Discussion on the Equal Rights Amendment, 1950-03-22

 Item — Box: 172, Folder: 9
Identifier: CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0022
Protecting Women's Rights: A Discussion on the Equal Rights Amendment, 1950-03-22
Protecting Women's Rights: A Discussion on the Equal Rights Amendment, 1950-03-22

Scope and Contents

The document discusses the Equal Rights Amendment and the division among women on whether it should be passed. Some women believe it will lead to new opportunities, while others fear it will eliminate hard-won protections for working women. The document mentions prominent figures who support and oppose the amendment, as well as the importance of safeguarding protections for women. It concludes with the author's support for an amended version of the amendment that passed in the Senate.

Dates

  • Creation: 1950-03-22

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Full Extent

2 Pages

Abstract

81st (1949-1951)

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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