JANUARY 15, 1973

Full News Archive

• Headline: Opposition to Equal Rights Amendment Grows. Impact: This opposition sparked a decades-long battle for gender equality, which ultimately saw the rise of many women in leadership roles—like, you know, the ones who still have to fight for equal pay. Thanks, 1970s opposition!. Fact: Did you know that the Equal Rights Amendment still isn’t ratified? Apparently, some people think fighting for equality is just a fun pastime..
• Headline: Juvenile Institute Proposed in Congress. Impact: This proposal eventually led to a flurry of studies that would inform juvenile justice reform—but let's be real, it took a lot longer than expected, and we still have a long way to go.. Fact: Did you know that juvenile justice is often just a fancy term for 'let's throw them in a room and hope they figure it out'?.
• Headline: Communities Merge Their Police Forces. Impact: This move toward cooperation led to both improved services and the inevitable creation of bizarre police reality shows. Because nothing says 'community safety' like a camera crew following you around!. Fact: Did you know that merging police forces often leads to more paperwork? Because that's exactly what cops need—more paperwork..
• Headline: Wallace Begins His Second Decade as a National Figure, Politically Powerful but Physically in Doubt. Impact: Wallace's continued influence on segregationist policies left a dark mark on American history, contributing to a long-lasting struggle for civil rights that is still felt today.. Fact: Did you know that Wallace ran for president four times? Apparently, he didn't get the memo that once is usually enough for most people..
• Headline: 145 Representatives Back Former Navy Contract Chief. Impact: This backing of G W Rule might have seemed like a good idea at the time, but it only fueled the fire of cronyism that continues to plague government contracts today. Hooray for accountability!. Fact: Did you know that lobbying is basically just legalized bribery? Makes you wonder who’s really in charge, huh?.
• Headline: Advertising: On Claims. Impact: By dismissing complaints, the National Advertising Review Board inadvertently paved the way for the rise of misleading ads—because who doesn't love a good bait-and-switch?. Fact: Did you know that nearly all ads are exaggerated? Shocking, I know—who would have guessed that a burger would look different in real life?.
• Headline: Australian to Urge Britain To Abolish Colonial ‘Relics’. Impact: This push for modern nationalism eventually led to a stronger sense of identity in Australia, and probably a lot of awkward conversations about their 'British roots' at dinner parties.. Fact: Did you know that Australia is technically still under the British monarchy? So, do you still need a passport to visit? Asking for a friend..