Consider This from NPR The Biden Administration's Women-Led Push For Investment In 'Care Infrastructure'
Apr 12, 2021
Jennifer Klein, Co-chair of the White House Gender Policy Council, discusses the Biden administration's innovative push for 'care infrastructure,' aimed at empowering women in the workforce. The conversation highlights ongoing challenges women face, particularly in access to childcare and support. Klein emphasizes the need to redefine economic policies to incorporate care services as essential for recovery. She shares insights on women's leadership in economic decision-making and the importance of systemic changes for long-term equity.
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Pantsuit Rebellion
- Jennifer Klein shared an anecdote about her experience of defying the 'no pants' rule at a law firm in 1990.
- This act sparked a small rebellion among women in the building.
From Women's Issues to Economic Issues
- Jennifer Klein highlights the shift in how issues concerning women in the workforce are perceived.
- These issues have evolved from being labeled "women's issues" to being recognized as core economic issues.
Care Economy's Importance
- Heather Boushey emphasizes the care economy's critical role.
- She points out the economy's dependence on women's employment and productivity, further linking women's issues with economic stability.
