Summary
The U.S. women's national soccer team has reached a $24 million equal-pay settlement with the U.S. Soccer Federation. The federation also committed to equalizing future pay for women. Julie Foudy, an ESPN analyst, retired two-time World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, joins Stephanie Sy to discuss the momentous day for women's soccer.Five Facts
- Who is interviewed in this piece and what is her background?
- When was the lawsuit filed?
- Why did members of the U.S women's soccer team file a lawsuit?
- What were some of the accusations of the soccer players who are part of the lawsuit?
- How was the lawsuit resolved, and what are the terms of the settlement?
Focus Questions
In this interview, Julie Foudy says, “It’s a glorious day, and I don't think just for women's soccer. I think it has so much more meaning beyond women's sports and what this current group has stood up for and what they're doing to really set a global standard.” What do you think she means? What impact do you think this settlement will have beyond soccer? Media literacy: What would you like to know about the lawsuit and settlement that wasn't addressed in this piece? How would you find out?For More
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