Elusive Victory: The Equal Rights Amendment Fight in Illinois

Elusive Victory: The Equal Rights Amendment Fight in Illinois provides a detailed chronological study of the political struggle surrounding the Equal Rights Amendment. This history book focuses on the critical battles and eventual failure of the amendment within the state of Illinois. Drawing from extensive recorded interviews at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and the University of Illinois Springfield, the text offers a comprehensive look at the era.

This work of political science and social science examines the activism and social justice movements of the time. By presenting a balanced view of the arguments from both sides, the author explores the complex dynamics of women in politics. This volume serves as a primary resource for those studying United States state and local history, specifically within the Midwest region.