Introduction
For decades upon decades, and even centuries, women have been fighting for equal rights as men. These equalities include political influence, federal positions, jobs, social treatment, etc. The era covered in this exhibit hosted events that show the progress women have made, such as sports events, women gaining political status, and the first women to work certain jobs. These events show how they can still work to improve their place on the social, economic, and political ladders.
Battle of the sexes
In 1973, there was a tennis match called the "Battle of the Sexes". Bille Jean King was selected to play for the female side, and Bobby Riggs was selected for the men. King defeated Riggs, and caused one of the biggest events in feminist history. King inspired girls and women all over America and all around the world to work hard and apply there selves in new things such as sports, as Billie Jean King did.
political positions
In 1981, when it time to elect a new Supreme Court Justice, the Senate unanimously voted to confirm Sandra Day O'Connor as the first woman ever to be Supreme Court Justice. Nominated by Ronald Reagan, she held one of if not the highest position women had held at the time. This was a huge milestone in the women's rights movement.
Pregnancy discrimination act of 1978
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 prohibited employers from discriminating against pregnant women and not letting them have jobs because of their pregnancy and plans to have children. This fixed a big problem in the world a female employment, and in the long run, women's rights.