Discuss the struggles of attempts to pass the amendment during the 1970’s. Be sure and include pro and con arguments. Did the effort to pass the amendment make a difference in the lives of women? Do you think the ERA is still necessary today?

Discuss the ERA. Begin with the history of Alice Paul’s involvement and continue with Schlafly and Steinem. Discuss the struggles of attempts to pass the amendment during the 1970’s. Be sure and include pro and con arguments. Did the effort to pass the amendment make a difference in the lives of women? Do you think the ERA is still necessary today?