"About 6 in 10 employed women say men have more opportunities when it comes to earning competitive wages, while about one-third think neither gender has an advantage."
"The survey also found that a majority of employed women say the amount of money they get paid is a 'major' source of stress in their life right now, compared to about 4 in 10 employed men."
"Equal Pay Day, which symbolizes how many more days into the year women have to work for their earnings to catch up with men, fell a day later than in 2025."
"A growing number of mostly Democratic-led states are adopting pay transparency laws aimed at making it easier to uncover unfair pay practices."
A recent AP-NORC poll reveals that 60% of full-time employed women believe men have more opportunities for competitive wages, while only 40% of men share this view. Approximately 30% of women report experiencing wage discrimination, contrasting with just 10% of men. The survey indicates that wage-related stress is a major concern for women, with 60% citing it as a significant stressor compared to 40% of men. The gender wage gap has widened, with Equal Pay Day reflecting ongoing disparities in earnings.
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