Justice Ginsburg Wants to See an Equal Rights Amendment in the Constitution

Justice Ginsburg Wants to See an Equal Rights Amendment in the Constitution

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The speaker discusses potential changes to the Constitution, emphasizing the need for an Equal Rights Amendment to ensure gender equality. They express hope for the future through the younger generation, particularly their granddaughters, who are committed to upholding the country's values. The speaker also highlights the biggest threat to democracy as public indifference to preserving rights, citing Judge Learned Hand's speech on liberty and the importance of maintaining the spirit of liberty.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What specific amendment does the speaker wish to add to the Constitution?

Right to Privacy Amendment

Equal Rights Amendment

Second Amendment

Freedom of Religion Amendment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is missing in the current Constitution regarding gender equality?

A paragraph on freedom of expression

A section on voting rights

A clause on equal citizenship stature

A statement on equal pay

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who does the speaker mention as a source of hope for the future?

Their neighbor

Their eldest granddaughter

Their son

Their colleague

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe is the biggest threat to democracy?

Foreign interference

Public indifference to rights

Technological advancements

Economic instability

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Judge Learned Hand's speech emphasize about liberty?

It is a legal document

It is a historical artifact

It is a fire in people's hearts

It is a political strategy