Equal Pay Act, 1963

What was the campaign for equal pay?

The campaign for equal pay resulted in the Equal Pay Act of 1963.

Why did the campaign for equal pay start?

Women's groups began to campaign for equal pay as, by 1960, women still earned less than two-thirds than their male counterparts.

Who supported the campaign for equal pay?

The campaign was supported by former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and the head of the Women's Bureau of the Department of Labour, Esther Peterson.

Who opposed the campaign for equal pay?

There was opposition from powerful business groups such as the Chamber of Commerce, as well as from many Republican politicians.