Written by Halie Moses Last week, during the National Young Feminist Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., I stood alongside young women and activists from across the country who came to our nation’s capital to make a difference and have their voices heard. Looking around, it became clear that I was…
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Written by Halie Moses In our current political environment, where every hard-won movement–Civil Rights, Women's Suffrage, Reproductive Rights, and LGBTQIA+ rights–is being systematically unraveled, how can one maintain hope, determination, and momentum for achieving something that feels so out of reach, such as solidified equal rights through the law? It’s…
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Last week, we saw another blatant attack on dignity and respect when Rep. Keith Self deliberately misgendered Rep. Sarah McBride. In response, Rep. Bill Keating invoked a question that history will not forget: “Have you no decency?” This isn’t just about one person or one moment—it’s about a larger, dangerous…
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They told us they wouldn’t enact a federal abortion ban. Yet, here we are. H.R.722 seeks to grant embryos legal protections under the 14th Amendment—effectively criminalizing abortion nationwide. H.R.629 takes it even further, aiming to prohibit contraception altogether. But the attacks on women don’t stop there. Millions of women could…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: vochoa@eracoalition.org The new administration’s actions over the past seven days signal a deliberate shift away from the values of equality and justice. Just last night, the Trump administration issued a directive to freeze federal funding for all public loans, grants, and other aid. This move sets a…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: vochoa@eracoalition.org Washington, DC — Today, President Biden made history by declaring that the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is the 28th Amendment to the United States Constitution. To commemorate this historic milestone we gathered in front of the National Archives for a press conference and rally celebrating the…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: vochoa@eracoalition.org This is President Biden’s chance to make history and leave a legacy as a leader who stood for equality and justice when it mattered most. The ERA Coalition National Strategy Task Force calls one more time on President Biden to do the right thing and ensure…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: vochoa@eracoalition.org Washington, DC — On January 14, the vibrant DC music scene will come alive at Songbyrd as local bands join forces with Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) advocates to rally support for the 28th Amendment. In partnership with This Could Go Boom, this unique event will blend…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: vochoa@eracoalition.org Last Sunday, December 29, we learned of the passing of President Jimmy Carter. We honor President Carter’s unwavering support for the Equal Rights Amendment. His steadfast dedication to gender equality and his tireless efforts to advance the ERA will forever be a part of his enduring…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: vochoa@eracoalition.org We are deeply disappointed by today’s statement from the Archivist of the United States Dr. Colleen Shogan and Deputy Archivist William J. Bosanko. The Archivist’s position offers nothing new and has no bearing on the Equal Rights Amendment’s status as validly ratified. The ERA belongs to…
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