Because of Sex: One Law, Ten Cases, and Fifty Years That Changed American Women's Lives at Work
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Best known as a monumental achievement of the civil rights movement, the 1964 Civil Rights Act also revolutionized the lives of America’s working women. Title VII of the law made it illegal to discriminate “because of sex.” But that simple phrase didn’t mean much until ordinary women began using the law to get justice on the job—and some took their fights all the way to the Supreme Court. Among them were Ida Phillips, denied an assembly line job because she had a preschool-age child; Kim Rawlinson, who fought to become a prison guard—a “man’s job”; Mechelle Vinson, who brought a lawsuit for sexual abuse before “sexual harassment” even had a name; Ann Hopkins, denied partnership at a Big Eight accounting firm because the men in charge thought she needed "a course at charm school”; and most recently, Peggy Young, UPS truck driver, forced to take an unpaid leave while pregnant because she asked for a temporary reprieve from heavy lifting. These unsung heroines’ victories, and those of the other women profiled in Gillian Thomas' Because of Sex, dismantled a “Mad Men” world where women could only hope to play supporting roles; where sexual harassment was “just the way things are”; and where pregnancy meant getting a pink slip.
Through first-person accounts and vivid narrative, Because of Sex tells the story of how one law, our highest court, and a few tenacious women changed the American workplace forever.
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Unleash the power of women’s rights in the workplace with the captivating book, Because of Sex: One Law, Ten Cases, and Fifty Years That Changed American Women's Lives at Work. Dive into the gripping stories of ordinary women who defied the odds and transformed the legal landscape for working women. Experience the triumphs of Ida Phillips, Kim Rawlinson, Mechelle Vinson, Ann Hopkins, Peggy Young, and other brave heroines as they fought for justice and equality in the face of discrimination.
Discover the hidden histories of gender discrimination and workplace injustices that were challenged and overturned by the landmark 1964 Civil Rights Act. Delve into the world of Title VII and the profound impact it had on shaping the careers of countless women across America. Be inspired by the courage and resilience of these unsung heroes who paved the way for a more inclusive and fair working environment for all.
Immerse yourself in the compelling narrative crafted by acclaimed writer Gillian Thomas, described as a “gifted storyteller” by The New York Times Book Review. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Because of Sex sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history where a few determined women, a groundbreaking law, and the Supreme Court came together to revolutionize the workplace dynamic and create a more equitable society for future generations.
Take a journey through time and witness how the tenacity and resilience of a few courageous women forever changed the American workplace. Join the movement towards gender equality and empowerment by reading Because of Sex today.
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