Sex, Gender, and the Politics of ERA: A State and the Nation

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has been a hotly debated topic for decades, with passionate arguments on both sides of the political spectrum.

In this book, Mathews and De Hart provide an in-depth analysis of the ERA controversy, shedding light on the complex dynamics that led to its defeat in 1982.

Drawing on extensive research and interviews, the authors offer a nuanced exploration of the issues of sex, gender, race, and power that were central to the battle over the ERA. Through a detailed case study of the ratification process in North Carolina, the book reveals the deeply felt meanings that activated participants on both sides of the battle.

The authors provide fresh insights into the defeat of the ERA, highlighting the ways in which politicized cultural identities and fierce resistance to change impeded progress towards gender equality. With a foreword by renowned historian Nancy F.

Cott, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of the ERA and its ongoing relevance to contemporary debates over gender and equality.

Whether you are a scholar of feminism, an advocate for women's rights, or simply someone who wants to better understand the complexities of American politics, this book is sure to provide valuable insights and perspectives.

So why wait? Order your copy of "Sex, Gender, and the Politics of ERA" today and join the conversation on one of the most important issues of our time!