A History of NOW, ERA and the League of Women Voters
In honor of Women’s History Month Yahoo News’ Steven Bryan writes about the history of NOW, ERA and the League of Women Voters.
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‘Folks who brought you the weekend’
Former NOW President Patricia Ireland writes in the Miami Herald: “The protesters in Wisconsin are visible reminders of the extraordinary importance of organized labor and the very fundamental challenge we face as employees. They also affirm my decision…
Geena Davis hits out at Hollywood at UN Women gala
Yahoo! News reports (via AFP): “Oscar winner Geena Davis hit out at Hollywood stereotyping as she joined stars, royalty and politicians at the launch of the UN’s new super agency for women.”
Drug Maker Wants ‘Morning After’ Pill To Be Sold Over-The-Counter To Girls Under 17
NOW Action VP Erin Matson on Washington DC’s Fox5 News talking about the Federal Drug Administration considering expanding access of the Morning After Pill for women under 17 years old.
Mr. Obama Moves Against Bias
The New York Times writes in an editorial: “In a heartening reversal, President Obama has instructed the Justice Department to stop defending the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act. That deplorable 1996 law sanctioned blatant discrimination…