Plans to Help Families & Girls in the Boy Scouts

With women in the forefront of politics and on the cutting edge of national agendas, To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe continues to provide an important, timely forum for diverse women to discuss national and international issues and policies. It presents news and views that are rarely, if ever, available elsewhere on television.

Season 28 Episode 4 | 25m 48s | CC

Plans to Help Families: We discuss Elizabeth Warren’s childcare plan, Kirsten Gillibrand’s FAMILY Act, the Republican paid leave plan, and the Paycheck Fairness Act. Girls in the Boy Scouts: We speak with Sydney Ireland, who is trying to become the first female Eagle Scout, as well as with her ally in Congress, Rep. Maloney. PANEL: Frmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Erin Matson, Jennifer Higgins

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