U.S. Soccer Says Men's Team Has 'More Responsibility' Than Women's

U.S. Soccer Says Men's Team Has 'More Responsibility' Than Women's

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The transcript discusses a filing by US Soccer claiming that men's team players have more responsibility and skill due to biological differences, and face more hostility at matches. This is in response to a gender discrimination lawsuit filed by the US Women's national team, which demands equal pay, citing their higher revenue and more titles. The women's team has won three World Cups and four Olympic golds, while the men's team has not won either. Despite this, the women's team was paid less for their achievements. The women's team spokesperson, Molly Levinson, criticized US Soccer's arguments as sexist and looks forward to the trial scheduled for May 5th.

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What was the payment difference between the women's team for winning the 2015 World Cup and the men's team for their performance in 2014?

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What was Molly Levinson's response to US Soccer's arguments regarding gender discrimination?

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