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The Sole Chart That Explains Why So Many Policies Are Hostile to Women

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The Sole Chart That Explains Why So Many Policies Are Hostile to Women

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In 2011, there was one important seat missing from the House of Representatives: a toilet seat.

It was not until that year that Congress approved to add a women’s bathroom on the male-dominated House floor. Today, 98 Congresswomen represent the largest number of female legislatures in U.S. history.

Even though they are causing a stir in the political agenda, there are many basic liberties for American women that are continually being encroached by legislation around the country.

America prides itself on the principle that every citizen, regardless of gender, has the equal right to pursue a desired career, create their own family lifestyle, and involve him or herself in any aspect of society. If this were completely true, why are a majority of Congressmen and local representatives routinely claiming that they know what is best for women? 

We invite our users to read the complete article published June 27 2013

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In 2011, there was one important seat missing from the House of Representatives: a toilet seat.

It was not until that year that Congress approved to add a women’s bathroom on the male-dominated House floor. Today, 98 Congresswomen represent the largest number of female legislatures in U.S. history.

Even though they are causing a stir in the political agenda, there are many basic liberties for American women that are continually being encroached by legislation around the country.

America prides itself on the principle that every citizen, regardless of gender, has the equal right to pursue a desired career, create their own family lifestyle, and involve him or herself in any aspect of society. If this were completely true, why are a majority of Congressmen and local representatives routinely claiming that they know what is best for women? 

We invite our users to read the complete article published June 27 2013

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