The show centres around the battle between second wave feminists and conservative women over the ERA.Schlafly is a much-maligned character by many but also a conservative icon and lawyer who played a key role in quashing the amendment, despite it passing the House and Senate and being sent to the states, with Republican president Richard Nixon supporting it.
“Art matters because it lets us engage with our complex social fabric, allowing us to cross divides and work toward a safer and more meaningful existence together.”, and so impressed by Cate Blanchett. Her portrayal of the wicked Phyllis Schlafly is phenomenal. Blanchett is a chameleon as an actress.The last episode of 'Mrs. America' is a 45-minute unbroken shot of them 3D-printing an Emmy for Cate BlanchettI just start watching Mrs America; Cate Blanchett is Phyllis Schlafly.
In 1972, the ERA was approved by the full Senate 84-8 with time limit of seven years placed on its ratification by the states.By 1977, 35 states of the 38 needed had ratified before both sides of the campaign ramped up their efforts, as ERA proponents fought and won an extension to 1982.
TV shows, movies...are not important! Look away from the screen for a minute
what's she covering up this time?