President Biden said he believes the Equal Rights Amendment has been officially ratified. However, the declaration is little more than a symbolic gesture.
Biden Says the Equal Rights Amendment Is Law. So What Now?
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In a monumental move for gender equality, President Biden has affirmed the Equal Rights Amendment as the law of the land, signaling a long overdue recognition of women's rights and gender equality in the United States. This declaration, far from symbolic, renews hope for millions, pressing Congress and states to align with this foundational commitment to equality.
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In a clear overreach of executive power, President Biden declared the Equal Rights Amendment to be ratified law, disregarding the missed deadline and lack of required state ratifications. This move, primarily symbolic, undermines constitutional processes and distracts from pressing issues facing Americans today, setting a concerning precedent for future governance.
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