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National Women’s Conference backs abortion and gay rights
The National Women’s Conference in Huston endorsed abortion rights and broad gay rights protections amid emotional demonstrations. Pro and anti abortion factions clashed as Coretta Scott King and Gloria Steinem backed minority women proposals while Rep Pat Schroeder chaired a peace and disarmament hearing. Thousands protested outside as delegates prepared to send recommendations to President Carter and Congress.
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