Excerpt
During America’s beginnings, the colonies used the English system to decide what women’s role would be in their new society. For example, women could not own property in their own names. The 13 original States all prohibited women from voting. By the twentieth century, customs were changing. By 1900, all States legislated that women could keep their own earnings and own property, and in 1920, women had the right to vote…
Buy Full Issue$19.95In This Issue
-
Foreword
Read More -
Gender Equality Timeline
Women’s Rights Milestones in the United States
Read More -
Equal Rights Amendment Overview
Origins and Subsequent Actions in Congress and the States
Read More -
State Equal Rights Amendments
Gender Equality in State Constitutions
Read More -
Legislative Background on Gender Equality
Recent Action in the Congress on ERA Ratification
Read More -
Gun Background Check Bill
Read More -
Transgender Military Ban
Read More -
Cryptocurrency Legislation
Read More -
Late-Term Abortions
Read More
Pro & Con
Should Congress Approve the Equal Rights Amendment? Should the States Ratify the Equal Rights Amendment?
