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Speaking for the committee, Mary Beth Martin said, “The Virginia State Legislature in its 1978 session will probably have an opportunity to vote ERA up or down. Whoever is elected to represent our legislative district should have the benefit of informed opinion on the part of voting citizens. We believe that there is a need for education and information on ERA. 1 have found in speaking to people about it that they are unsure of the amendment’s
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