As a consumer, Stessman makes the majority of the decisions in her household - that's one reason why she feels pay equity is important. Women handed out pies like these to state senators so they could get a taste of the pay difference between women and men. Women have frequently done those jobs and been paid less and the gap really hasn't narrowed like it should have. We should be in an age and time where we respect the abilities and qualifications and the capabilities of doing that work. One lawmaker says things may never change because of the added responsibilities women have at home.
Women still make different choices.
Meanwhile, Peg Stessman continues to work hard - hoping she will soon see the day when pay equity is no longer an issue. Reporting for Capitol View, I'm Andrea Gallagher. To TALK BACK to the newsmakers in this story, or to let us know what you think of the issue, Click Here . Talk back to the NET Web Editor , or Seek out more information about NET and our programs .