Beverly LaHaye

Beverly Lahaye, born in 1929, became a prominent conservative activist by founding the Concerned Women for America (CWA) in 1979. Dissatisfied with the feminist movement, she aimed to represent conservative women's voices. The CWA quickly expanded, establishing chapters nationwide and becoming a significant political force. Lahaye's strategic move to Washington, DC, increased her influence, leading to a powerful lobbying organization. Her efforts left a lasting impact on conservative politics, and she retired in 2006, leaving a legacy of activism.

What motivated Beverly Lahaye to start the Concerned Women for America?

• A need to promote educational reforms

• An interest in environmental activism

• A belief that conservative women's voices were not represented

• A desire to support feminist movements

By 1980, how many chapters did the CWA have?

• 52 chapters

• 10 chapters

• 100 chapters

• 25 chapters

What was a key strategy that contributed to the CWA's success?

• Providing women with how-to guides for local activism

• Focusing solely on national politics

• Limiting membership to a few states

• Avoiding any political involvement

Why did Beverly move the CWA headquarters to Washington, DC?

• To focus on local community issues

• To reduce operational costs

• To increase influence in national politics

• To be closer to her family

In what year did Beverly Lahaye retire from her role as director of the CWA?

• 2006

• 2000

• 1995

• 1985