The Leagues of Women Voters of Rensselaer, Albany and Schenectady Counties are launching their 2024 campaign for equal rights for all New Yorkers on March 19 at 7pm at the RPI Newman Chapel and Cultural Center in Troy, NY. Titled "Let's Finish What They Started," the event will showcase famous feminists from American history as well as a presentation by Patricia Nugent about the Equal Rights Amendment to the New York State Constitution that will be voted on in the November 2024 general election.

     Recognizing that women’s rights are not protected by the U.S. Constitution, Alice Paul first proposed a federal Equal Rights Amendment over 100 years ago, which has yet to be enacted. New York State voters will have an opportunity to make equality a reality for women and other oppressed groups in NY State this November. 

     According to Patricia Nugent, chair of the Saratoga County League’s Women’s Rights Awareness Campaign, “The League was founded on the premise that women deserve equal treatment under the laws of this nation. We’re determined to manifest that vision this year, and we welcome all who have suffered the consequences of second-class citizenship to join us. We’ve waited too long for justice. 2024 is the year to claim it.”

     This event is open to the public; join us to learn more about the ERA and bring your friends!

If you have questions please contact LWVRC at  info [at] lwvrc.org or (518)553-0505.