News & Commentary about Women's Rights

Today, gender bias continues to create huge barriers for many women. Ongoing struggles include ensuring equal economic opportunities, educational equity, and an end to gender-based violence.

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Aug 30, 2016

The Women Behind the 19th Amendment Had a Grander Vision Than Just the Right to Vote

Aug 19, 2016

Actress Amber Heard Donates Millions to Support the ACLU and Its Work Fighting Violence Against Women

Law enforcement officer posting an eviction notice

Aug 17, 2016

In a Town Near You, People Are Being Evicted From Their Homes Because They Called the Police for Help

Aug 4, 2016

Top 10 Reasons the ACLU Fights for Breastfeeding Rights

Jul 29, 2016

Could Equal Pay, Paid Family Leave, and Pregnancy Protections Be the Issues That Bridge the Political Divide?

Jul 15, 2016

Congress Advances Discrimination Against Women and LGBT People Before Skipping Town

Jul 12, 2016

Congress Should Abandon Latest Anti-LGBT Effort

May 18, 2016

The Religious Refusals Fight Comes to Washington

May 10, 2016

Airline Pilots Should Not Have to Choose Between Their Jobs and Breastfeeding Their Babies

Apr 28, 2016

Our Military Shouldn’t Turn Its Back on Servicewomen Who Need an Abortion