Why is the ERA no ratified?

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), proposed to ensure equal rights regardless of sex, has not been ratified due to a combination of political, social, and legal factors. Although it initially gained significant support, opposition grew from groups who argued it could undermine traditional family structures or lead to unintended consequences, such as women being drafted into the military. Additionally, the deadline for ratification set by Congress expired in 1982, and although some states have since ratified it, legal and political challenges have arisen regarding the validity of these late ratifications. Consequently, the ERA remains unratified, reflecting ongoing debates about gender equality and women's rights in the U.S.