amendment
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Before parliament approved the amendment in 2024, Japan was the only G7 country that did not recognise the legal concept of joint custody.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
On the one hand, the Constitution is moribund with respect to formal amendment.
From Salon • May 18, 2026
Knowing the amendment wouldn’t apply to them should make it easier for any member of Congress to vote in favor of such an amendment.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
In defense of the Legislature, the state’s attorneys said the proposed amendment was approved before election day, which complies with the state Constitution.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
Inspired by Harriot Stanton Blatch, Paul wanted to use pageants and parades to rekindle interest in a federal amendment for women’s suffrage, as well as to influence members of Congress.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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