Thanks to everyone who came out yesterday for a lively discussion on the history of the ERA, the reawakening of the movement, and what it would mean if the ERA were to be ratified as part of the constitution. Thanks particularly to UNC’s own Dr. Rachel Seidman, who expertly provided the movement background and led the discussion.
The Equal Rights Amendment
- Section 1. Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex.
- Section 2. The Congress shall have the power to enforce, by appropriate legislation, the provisions of this article.
- Section 3. This amendment shall take effect two years after the date of ratification.