ERA in the News: MAY 2, 2026 - MAY 15, 2026

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May 1 The Supreme Court Is Showing Us Why the ERA Can’t Wait “In two recent immigration cases, the Court made clear how easily rights can erode when they depend on statute instead of the Constitution.” Ms. Magazine

May 6 A Busy Term For The Supreme Court Heads Towards A Historic Conclusion “The Supreme Court is heading into its home stretch with the conclusion of oral arguments for its 2025-2026 term. With many major decisions due and three big cases already decided, all eyes will be on the nine justices as decisions are released through late June (and possibly early July).” National Constitution Center

May 5 Feminist Leaders Speak Out Against The Supreme Court’s Devastating Blow To The Voting Rights Act of 1965 “On April 29, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to decimate protections under the Voting Rights Act, one of the nation’s most important civil rights laws. The case, Louisiana v. Callais, centers on how states consider race when drawing legislative districts to comply with voting rights protections. In its ruling, the Court concluded that race cannot be the predominant factor used when drawing districts, even when states are attempting to comply with federal voting rights law.” Feminist Majority Foundation

May 8 Tiffany Shlain’s ‘Dendrofemonology’ Kicks Off 2026 National Tour In Seneca Falls “With each progressive installation, Shlain continues to contextualize the present moment within a greater understanding of feminist and natural history and inspire visitors to expand their vision of possibilities for the future: imagining a woman elected president of the United States, the Equal Rights Amendment finally passed by Congress, and reproductive rights ensured for all under the Constitution.” ArtDaily