The ERA could help address sexual assault in the military by guaranteeing equal protections under the law. Currently, the 14th Amendment prohibits discrimination based on race, but not on the basis of gender. By adding the ERA to the Constitution, the law would explicitly prohibit discrimination based on gender and create a legal foundation for equal protection.
Tag: sexual assault
Why sex ed should stay in schools
Banning sex education can have significantly negative consequences for young people’s sexual health and well-being.
Sexual assault in the military: making reforms happen
In the lead up to Veterans Day, we’ll be sharing information about military sexual assaults. This is the third post in the series of three.
Sexual assault in the military: spotlighting problem solvers
In the lead up to Veterans Day, we’ll be sharing information about military sexual assaults. This is the second post in the series of three.
Sexual assault in the military
In the lead up to Veterans Day, we’ll be sharing information about military sexual assaults. This is the first post in the series of three.
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