RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

Equal Rights Amendment

A Guide to the Six Ballot Questions New Yorkers Will Vote on in 2024

New Yorkers will vote on six ballot measures this November, including a constitutional amendment for anti-discrimination protections and five proposals altering city governance.

New York Equal Rights Amendment: Urging Clarity and Inclusion

Senator Liz Krueger, representing Roosevelt Island, is advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment on the fall’s ballot. She criticizes the State Board of Elections for approving flawed ballot language that fails to reflect the legislation’s intent. Krueger urges New Yorkers to educate themselves and support the amendment for vital protections.

Senator Liz Krueger’s Statement on New York Equal Rights Amendment Decision

New York’s Appellate Court decision has reinstated the Equal Rights Amendment for the state constitution, setting the stage for a November ballot. Senator Liz Krueger expresses confidence in New Yorkers’ support for equal rights, amid opposition and disinformation. The amendment, if passed, would provide stronger anti-discrimination protections, encompassing various demographics. Stay informed for the November 2024 election.

The 19th Explains: What is the Equal Rights Amendment and will it become part of the Constitution?

Supporters of the Equal Rights Amendment have been trying to add it to America’s founding legal document for nearly 50 years. Could 2021 be the year it happens?  Barbara Rodriguez Originally published by The 19th A movement nearly 50 years…