The Supreme Court has said not JUST that women's right to be free from violence is not protected by the U.S. Constitution but that the Constitution actually prohibits Congress from providing such protection. I've never seen a more compelling argument for a constitutional amendment guaranteeing women's equality.
And, with George W. Bush identifying Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas as the justices he most respects, this 5 to 4 decision is also a compelling argument to keep Bush out of the White House.
Let this decision serve as a call to action. NOW activists across the country will hold demonstrations at federal buildings this weekend, and activists here in Washington will gather for a protest on the steps of the Supreme Court this Friday (5/19) at n oon.
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