USH 4.3 review Flashcards
Seneca Falls Convention
First women’s rights convention, advocated for gender equality and voting rights in particular
NOW
Founded by Betty Freidan, the National organization for Women (NOW) pushed for equal pay and presented lawsuit against discrimination.
MeToo
Created by Tirana Burke, Social movement against sexual harassment and assault, empowering survivors to share their experiences and demand accountability.
19th Amendment
Women got the right to vote
Roe v. Wade
1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion nationwide
The Feminine Mystique
The Feminine Mystique, written by Betty Friedan in 1963, was a book that challenged the idea that women could find fulfillment only as housewives.
Gloria Steinem
American feminist, journalist, and social activist who became a leading figure in the women’s liberation movement in the 1960s and 1970s
Madonna
Groundbreaking American singer, songwriter, and cultural icon, known for her constant reinvention, provocative performances, and influence on pop music and fashion.
ERA
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at ensuring equal legal rights for all Americans, regardless of sex, which was first introduced in 1923 but has not yet been ratified.
Phyllis Schlafly
Phyllis Schlafly was a conservative activist and lawyer who strongly opposed the Equal Rights Amendment, arguing that it would undermine traditional family values and women’s roles in society.
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Use of media was successful in the Women’s Rights movement as it encourages the mass population to take notice and advocate for change
Betty Friedans book The Feminine Mystique was a very popular book that challenged the idea that women could find fulfillment only as housewives.
It sparked, the rise of the second-wave feminist movement. and helped women gain reproductive rights, workplace equality, and educational opportunities.
