November 19, 2024
We live in an age disturbed, confused, bewildered, afraid of its own forces, in search not merely of its road but even of its direction. There are many voices of counsel, but few voices of vision: there is much excitement and feverish activity, but little concert of thoughtful purpose. We are distressed by our ungoverned, undirected energies and do many things, but nothing long. It is our duty to find ourselves.
This feels as if it’s something some of us might be feeling right now. Disturbed. Confused. Bewildered. Afraid of forces. Looking for a journey. Looking for direction. Ungoverned energies.
We’re living in a time, right now in 2024, where so many of us feel confused, overwhelmed, and even a little lost. We see so much noise, so much energy, but not enough clarity. So here’s the truth: it’s time for us, as women, to find ourselves. To step into our power, create a bold vision, and lead with courage—not just for ourselves but for each other.
We can’t afford to drift, caught up in the chaos around us. Let’s take these next months and years and build something extraordinary—together. Lift one another up. Dream big. Walk boldly toward purpose. The future isn’t something we wait for; it’s something we create. And ladies, the world is watching—let’s show them what we’re made of.
The quote at the top of this page is from Woodrow Wilson in 1907. So, I ask “Has anything really changed?”
I believe times have changed! And now, I’d like you to think about what you know to be true–the changes that have come about since 1907.
What do you think?
Before 1974
Women were often required to have a man cosign for a credit card. Banks would sometimes ask intrusive questions, like if a woman was married or planned to have children. Some banks would even discount women’s wages by as much as 50% when calculating their credit card limits.
1974
President Gerald Ford signed the ECOA into law on October 28, 1974. The law made it illegal for banks to discriminate against credit applicants based on sex, marital status, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or participation in public assistance programs.
1976
Congress strengthened the ECOA by adding protections against discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, or receipt of public assistance.
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