A judge has issued a temporary restraining order to protect the Martha Laird chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution in Texas, which only allows biological women to join. This follows a decision by the national organization to disband the chapter for alleged violations of its bylaws. The Heritage Foundation, representing the chapter, views the ruling as a victory, while the national organization maintains its actions were compliant with bylaws. The case highlights ongoing debates over membership policies in women's organizations.
Key facts
- A judge issued a temporary restraining order for the Martha Laird chapter of DAR.
- The chapter restricts membership to biological women.
- The national DAR voted to disband the chapter in early October.
- The Heritage Foundation represented the Texas chapter in the legal case.
- The national organization claims its actions were compliant with its bylaws.
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