# Equality
This Maryland City Was Ranked the Best in the Nation for Women to Live In
Top Honors: Maryland City Ranked #1 for Women to Live in the U.S. WalletHub has just released a report ranking the best cities in the United States for women to live in. “While women generally make up a higher percentage of the population in most areas across the nation, they are not always in the best location to maximize their potential. In order to determine the best places for women to thrive, WalletHub compared 182 cities across 15 key indicators of livings standards for women. Our data set ranges from the median earnings for female workers to the quality of women’s hospitals to suicide rates for women."
Harada House: Beacon of Equality
Japanese immigrants were not able to purchase property in California after alien land laws were enacted in the early 1900s. Jukichi and Ken Harada were immigrants from Japan. They bought a house in the names of their minor children who were born in the United States.
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International Day of the Girl is celebrated on October 11 every year. Declared by the United Nations in 2012, the Day focuses on the need to address challenges that girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and fulfillment of their human rights. Gender equality ensures that girls have the right to be safe, educated, and healthy, not only during the critical developmental years, but also at every phase of life.
ABWD: Celebrating Women's Impact on the Corporate World
American Business Women's Day, observed on September 22nd each year, is a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in the world of business and entrepreneurship. This special day not only highlights the significant progress women have made in the corporate world but also serves as a reminder of the importance of continued support and gender equality in all sectors of the economy.
Breaking Barriers, Bridging the Wage Gap: National Black Women's Equal Pay Day
National Black Women's Equal Pay Day (July 27), observed August 3 in the United States, is a significant and poignant reminder of the persistent gender and racial wage disparities that continue to affect Black women. This day serves as an opportunity to shed light on the challenges Black women face in the workforce, including the substantial pay gap they endure compared to their white male counterparts. It is a call to action for individuals, organizations, and policymakers to address this issue and work towards achieving wage equality for all.
Shocking Truth: Black Women with Doctorates Lose $2.1 Million in Wages
Institutional racism exists, and combating it is a large part of the reason for observing Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, which takes place annually on a date set by a national group of advocates. This year, it took place on July 27.
Rob Gronkowski appears to take stance when asked 'should men be allowed to play women’s sports'
NFL great Rob Gronkowski didn’t need to say anything to make his stance clear when he was asked "should men be allowed to play women’s sports." Gronkowski was walking through the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday night when a Daily Caller reporter asked the former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers star the question.
LGBTQ+ Rights in South Carolina: Progress Made and Challenges Ahead
This article was written with the help of AI. The topic of LGBTQ+ rights in South Carolina unfurls like a rainbow flag caught in a complex breeze of social change. While the Palmetto State, like much of the South, has often been cast in a conservative hue, the recent years have witnessed discernible strides toward progress, peppered with inevitable challenges.
Breaking Down Stigma: Understanding Its Impact and How to Combat It
Stigma is a term that we often hear, but what does it truly mean, and why is it important to address? Stigma refers to the negative beliefs, attitudes, stereotypes, and discrimination directed towards individuals or groups based on certain characteristics, traits, or conditions. In this article, we will delve into the concept of stigma, its various forms, and why it is essential to combat it in our society.
Fired Waitress Profiles Two Black Customers
A now-former Denny’s waitress in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has been fired after two black truckers, Damon Whitfield and his friend Hector, accused her of discriminatory behavior that resulted in the cops being called at the restaurant. According to the truckers, the waitress not only ignored them when they asked for their order to be taken but also continued to serve white customers who came in after them, which they say had made it pretty apparent as to what the issue was.
Kentuckians are going to other states for abortions amidst near-total ban
From January to July of this year, the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services received reports of 13 abortions in the state, compared to 2,591 in the same time frame in 2021, showing the impact of state laws that were invoked when the U.S. Supreme Court nullified the right to abortion in late June 2022, Alex Acquisto reports in an in-depth article for the Lexington Herald-Leader.
Democratic House nominee accused of transphobia, deepening party divisions
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Adrielle Camuel, the Democratic nominee for Kentucky’s House District 93, is facing backlash for her alleged transphobic remarks and actions, according to a press release issued by twelve transgender advocates Thursday. The statement, signed by leaders including Rebecca Blankenship and Emma Curtis, accuses Camuel of “stoking hatred with lies” and “deliberately working to divide the LGBTQ+ community from trans people.”
Road to Success: How LGBTQI+ Entrepreneurs Can Secure Funding
Seven Ways To Gain Funding For Your LGBTQI+ Business. Putting enough capital together for a business can be a huge challenge forany entrepreneur.The challenge can be particularly daunting for members of the LGBTQI+ community, however, owing to the fact that the law doesn’t offer protection against some kinds of discrimination.For instance, members of the community are only protected ina handful of states against discrimination by lenders.
Yet Another Republican State Sued for Restricting Black Voting Districts.
The lawsuit alleges that the state of Georgia legislators and Governor Brian Kemp failed to reflect the growth of Georgia's Black population in its post-2020 census congressional plan. The state argues that partisanship, not race, influenced the redrawing of the districts.
Dottie Farnsworth: The Fearless Six-Day Cyclist Who Shattered Records and 19th Century Gender Norms
An explosion in the popularity of bicycling followed the introduction of the "safety" bicycle in the mid-1880s. Traveling as far as your wheels would take you was exciting, and soon, a large portion of society was riding a bicycle. There were also social benefits. Bikes played a crucial role in the drive for better public roads during this time and was a driving force behind the women's emancipation movement of the era.
California Becomes First U.S. State to Pass Anti-Caste Discrimination Bill
In a historic move that sets a precedent across the United States, the California State Assembly has passed an anti-caste discrimination bill. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 403, is now on its way to Governor Gavin Newsom's desk for a final signature. Once signed into law, California will become the first state in the U.S. to recognize caste as a protected category under its anti-discrimination laws.
Texas Ranked Second-Worst State For Women’s Equality
Texas falls behind in women's equality, lagging in political empowerment, education, and health. In a startling revelation, the Lone Star State of Texas has garnered an unfortunate distinction, landing itself as the second-worst state for women's equality in the entire nation. This distressing news has emerged from a comprehensive study conducted by WalletHub, a reputable personal finance website, which delved into the intricate nuances of gender equality across various states. The study's focal points encompassed the workplace environment, education and health, as well as political empowerment, each shedding light on the multifaceted challenges that women continue to face in Texas and beyond.