Cover; Half Title; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. The Case for Comparable Worth; 2. The Case against Comparable Worth; 3. Comparable Worth in the Courts, Federal Government, the States, and Beyond; 4. Resolving the Debate: Some Philosophical Considerations; Conclusion; Publications Bibliography; Index
Summary
Comparable worth-the idea that women ought to be paid the same wages as men performing comparable although not the same jobs-has generated a firestorm of controversy. This analysis of the comparable worth debate takes up its pros and cons in an extraordinarily disciplined and fair-minded manner. After outlining the debate, Paul attempts to resolve