Equal Pay
- It became a major issue after women were given the vote Second World War brought an influx of female workers
- They did not return to their traditional role In the 1980s women working full time still only made 64% of what men made.
- Part of the problem is the type of jobs that women fill in the workforce. (The ‘pink collar’ syndrome) 47% of single mothers in the USA live under the poverty line
- Many women feel things won’t change until more women enter into politics
There was no equal pay law when I started working. I was no different to any other woman in any other job at the time.
-Kate Adie
-Kate Adie
Subjective Question
If they make equal pay will it lead to reverse discrimination?
Summary
After the war there was a major influx of women workers. Although they were doing the same jobs, women only made 64% of what men made. Women believe this won't end until there are more women in politics.