Phyllis Schlafly

Phyllis Schlafly was an American conservative activist and lawyer known for her opposition to feminism and her influential role in shaping conservative political debates. She gained prominence in the 1970s for leading a successful campaign against the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), which aimed to guarantee equal rights for women. Schlafly argued that certain social changes threatened traditional family values and social stability. She also contributed to broader conservative movements and ideas, often emphasizing issues like family, religion, and nationalism. Her work remains significant in understanding the evolution of conservative politics and gender debates in the U.S.