It's your friend, Jackie, rabble-rousing again. This time, I'm advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) in Minnesota.
Here's a bit of insider scoop. The ERA Minnesota push initially included a Republican woman, who later removed her name because the big boys didn't want her to push for equal rights. I don't know about you, but if leadership in my party tried to shutdown my rights, I'd push even harder.
Here's a quote sharing the history of ERA from Betty Folliard, a former state representative and Founder of ERA Minnesota.
"The ERA is a non-partisan issue. Alice Paul, a Republican, wrote the ERA in 1923. It was supported by every subsequent Republican president up until Ronald Reagan and was actively promoted by two former First Ladies: Pat Nixon & Betty Ford. For decades it was part of the GOP platform."
Ladies, support the ERA as a matter of principle. This is non-partisan when party leaders stay the heck out of it. We are women and will not be oppressed. Unite, support, and protect each other.
Feminism is about supporting the choices we make, despite our differences, because we all are working towards the same goals. We desire the best for our families and communities. Let them not divide us. Judge not and spread the love and joy of inclusion. Join together in a resounding voice for equality.
Peace to you and yours - Jackie
