What concerns were raised by opponents of the ERA?

Opponents of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) raised several concerns, primarily arguing that it could undermine traditional family structures and gender roles. They feared it might lead to unintended consequences such as women being drafted into the military or losing certain legal protections that were designed to benefit them. Additionally, some believed that the ERA could eliminate legal distinctions between men and women, potentially eroding rights specific to women, such as those related to pregnancy and maternity leave.