1977: Betty Friedan defends the battle for women's rights
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Betty Friedan, co-founder of NOW (the National Organization for Women), takes part in a studio discussion in which presenter Sue Lawley puts forward the idea that most of the legislative battles for women's rights have now been won and there is a danger that some 'women's libbers' are pushing things too far. A lively debate ensues, with contributions from the other guests on the programme and efforts by Betty Friedan to point out that not all concerns can be resolved through legislation.
The National Organization for Women is the largest association of feminist activists in the United States. It was founded by Friedan, among others, in 1966 to take action 'to bring about equality for all women'.
Anne Baxter won an Oscar for her role in The Razor's Edge and also starred in All About Eve and The Magnificent Ambersons.
Fritz Spiegl was a musician and broadcaster who arranged Radio 4's UK Theme. He is also remembered for his reworking of the tune Johnny Todd for the opening titles to police drama Z Cars.
Aspects of this programme reflect the time when it was made.
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Archive: Originally broadcast 27 June 1977.