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In 2022, a revived legal fight over the ERA takes shape
Equity-focused groups on Monday added their formal support to a lawsuit that essentially argues the ERA’s protections against gender discrimination are already a part of the U.S. Constitution.
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Anti-trans bills hurt mental health for two-thirds of LGBTQ+ youth in 2021
Many LGBTQ+ youth reported high stress, anger, and sadness last year while also struggling to access basic needs, a new poll by Morning Consult and the Trevor Project found.
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A trans woman's death in solitary confinement sparked a push for reform. The new NYC mayor could derail it.
New York Mayor Eric Adams vows to keep solitary confinement despite calls for reform after trans woman Layleen Polanco's death.
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Three more staff members to join The 19th this month
A development and revenue associate, a climate and sustainability reporter, and a new chief financial officer will join the 19th roster in the coming weeks
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In 2021, almost twice as many women joined the workforce than men
Last year saw women return from some of the employment depths caused by the pandemic, with the largest gains going to Latinas and Black women. But there are still more than a million jobs to recover before returning to pre-pandemic levels.
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Texas’ abortion law could stay in effect for months, appeals court suggests
One of the most conservative appeals courts in the country heard arguments Friday on whether and how the lawsuit challenging Texas’ six-week abortion ban should proceed.
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The 19th Explains: What older people and caregivers need to know about omicron
The 19th spoke with a wide range of experts about what older people and family caregivers should know about the risk omicron poses to seniors, as well as best practices to keep loved ones safe.
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Moms left scrambling as surging Covid cases force last-minute school closings
Late developments force parents to balance trade-offs on work, child care and health, often with less than a day’s notice.
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‘We almost lost our democracy’: How 38 women in Congress want you to remember January 6
As efforts to hold people accountable continue in courts and in a congressional investigation, lawmakers are concerned about the tensions that remain and the stress on American democracy.
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Senate begins bipartisan talks over legislation on elections and voting
Sen. Susan Collins of Maine convened a meeting with three other Republicans and three Democrats in a discussion on the topic, hours after Sen. Mitch McConnell signaled openness to a narrow change to how Congress certifies electoral results.