Lynette Labinger

In the following viewpoint, Lynette Labinger, who represented female athletes in a class-action suit against Brown University, argues that Title IX—which guarantees women equal opportunities in education, including athletics—should not be weakened. She contends that, while participation by female athletes on the high school and college level has increased, women have not yet achieved equity. Labinger asserts that Title IX is still necessary and that equity can be reached without sacrificing men’s sports.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. According to Labinger, how many girls now participate in high school sports?
2. Who establishes athletic quotas, in Labinger’s view?
3. According to Labinger, how did the federal court say Brown University could comply with Title IX"

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