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U.S. Army soldiers, including women in the foreground, stand in formation outdoors wearing digital camouflage uniforms, patrol caps, and large tactical backpacks with straps and attached gear, all facing the same direction.

Aug 12, 2026

Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat Roles

A woman Drill Sergeant candidate given instruction by a women Drill Sergeant instructor.

May 29, 2026

Congress Must Preserve Military Women’s Ability to Serve in Ground Combat Roles

Oct 8, 2025

Pete Hegseth Wants Women Out of the Military—and He's Not Hiding It

Jan 13, 2025

How “Stay-or-Pay” Contracts Are Used to Abuse Immigrant Workers

Jul 25, 2024

How Sue Bird Is Supercharging Women's Sports

A pregnant worker on a computer at her desk.

Apr 19, 2024

Final ‘Pregnant Workers Fairness Act’ Regulations Were Released—And It’s Great News for Women

Interior of airplane with passengers on seats and flight attendant walking the aisle.

Mar 8, 2024

Breaking the Mold: Gender Discrimination in the Airline Industry

Someone holding a sign that says Women's Rights Are Human Rights.

Mar 1, 2024

4 Ways the ACLU Continues to Fight for Gender Equality

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Dec 8, 2023

ACLU Wins: 8 Victories We Celebrated in 2023

Union workers march on Wednesday, May 3, 1990 in Midtown New York in solidarity with striking workers of Greyhound, Eastern Airlines and a Brooklyn clothing manufacturer. The march began in the afternoon at the Port Authority Bus terminal and moved uptown to Rockefeller Center.

Nov 16, 2023

The Resurgence of Labor Strikes and Union Power

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News & Commentary about Women's Rights in the Workplace