President Biden declared the Equal Rights Amendment is 'the law of the land', emphasizing that it guarantees equal rights under the law, regardless of sex.
'It is long past time to recognize the will of the American people. In keeping with my oath and duty to Constitution and country, I affirm what I believe...',
Despite his declaration, the White House clarified that the executive branch cannot directly influence the amendment process or order certification.
The 1970s-era amendment needed state ratifications to go into effect, with Virginia's ratification in 2020 being seen as the final hurdle by Biden.
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