Question

for the equal rights amendment (excerpt 1)
shirley chisholm
1 what would the legal effects of the equal rights amendment really be?
2 the equal rights amendment would govern only the relationship between the state and its citizens - not relationships between private citizens. the amendment would be largely self - executing, that is, and federal or state laws in conflict would be ineffective one year after date of ratification without further action by the congress or state legislatures.
3 opponents of the amendment claim its ratification would throw the law into a state of confusion and would result in much litigation to establish its meaning. this objection overlooks the influence of legislative history in determining intent and the recent activities of many groups preparing for legislative changes in this direction.
4 state labor laws applying only to women, such as those limiting hours of work and weights to be lifted would become inoperative unless the legislature amended them to apply to men. as of early 1970, most states would have some laws that would be affected. however, changes are being made so rapidly as a result of title vii of the civil rights act of 1964 it is likely that by the time the equal rights amendment would
which of these best summarizes the counter - arguments to the equal rights amendment as described in the passage?
a it would lead to chaos in the legal system by invalidating many existing statutes
b the rights of private citizens need to be prioritized over state and federal laws.
c laws restricting the right of women to work are outdated and should be reexamined.
d only the federal government has the constitutional right to pass laws regarding employment policy.

Explanation:

The passage mentions that opponents claim the Equal Rights Amendment's ratification would throw the law into confusion and result in much litigation. This aligns with option A which says it would lead to chaos in the legal system by invalidating many existing statutes.

Answer:

A. It would lead to chaos in the legal system by invalidating many existing statutes