Released on May 8, 2012
The National Organization for Women condemns the vote today in the House Judiciary Committee. In a 17-15 vote, the Republican-controlled committee passed a reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act that completely undermines the spirit of the landmark bill passed 18 years ago.
Released on May 7, 2012
NOW urges North Carolinians to vote against Amendment One as they head to the polls on May 8. The proposed measure would amend the state’s constitution to say ‘Marriage between one man and one woman is the only domestic legal union that shall be valid or recognized in the state.
Released on May 3, 2012
With the radical right waging a war on women in Congress and statehouses across the nation, it is more important than ever that we elect feminist candidates to office this November. We need candidates like Elizabeth to shut down this offensive and get the United States moving in a positive direction.
Released on April 23, 2012
The latest Social Security trustees report projects that the system has a surplus of $2.7 trillion and revenue sufficient to pay all benefits through 2033. Those bent on dismantling and/or privatizing the system will try to twist these facts, but don’t be fooled Social Security is financially sound, and it’s even possible to improve benefits to meet the realities of today’s families.
Released on April 19, 2012
Today, the National Organization for Women is launching the “Enough Rush” campaign, which aims to deliver the powerful message to Rush Limbaugh and his apologists that bullying is no longer profitable.