Question

The Equal Right Amendment can often be seen as a:

A. Huge political success
B. Easy bipartisan success
C. Major political defeat
D. Slight attack on discrimination

Answer 1

C. Major political defeat

Step-by-step explanation:

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) was a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution that aimed to guarantee equal rights for all citizens, regardless of sex. The ERA was introduced in Congress in 1923, but it was not ratified by the necessary number of states until the deadline in 1982. The ERA was widely supported by feminist and civil rights groups, but it faced strong opposition from conservative groups and some state legislators. Despite the support of many prominent politicians, including several Presidents, the ERA was not ratified and it is considered a major political defeat.