To the Contrary Season 20 Episode 22 September 16, 2011

To the Contrary Season 20 Episode 22, airing on September 16, 2011, is a timely discussion on the latest news and issues surrounding women and society. The show is moderated by veteran journalist Bonnie Erbé, who brings her expertise to the table as she leads a panel of diverse women, including conservative commentator Tara Setmayer, former Congresswoman Donna Edwards, National Women’s Law Center’s Fatima Goss Graves, and Conservative commentator Genevieve Wood.

The show’s first segment focuses on the state of the economy and its impact on women. The panel discusses the fact that women, particularly women of color, have been hit the hardest by the recession. It explores the reasons for this, including the fact that many women work in industries that have been heavily affected by the economic downturn, such as healthcare, retail and education. The panel debates on the effectiveness of the government's financial policies to help women who have lost their jobs due to the recession.

In the next segment, To the Contrary discusses the controversial issue of abortion and the recent attempt to defund Planned Parenthood. The panel discusses the Republican-led efforts to cut funding for Planned Parenthood, one of the country's largest providers of healthcare for women. The panel debates whether it's a good or bad idea to cut funding in an already dire state of healthcare access in the country.

In a lighter note, the show talks about the Olympics and celebrates the women athletes who made history this past summer. The panel discusses how female athletes have been dominating the Olympics in recent years, a stark contrast to earlier times when women were only allowed to participate in a few select events. The panel also shares their thoughts on what it means to be a female athlete in today's competitive world full of challenges and opportunities.

Finally, the show closes with a discussion on the portrayal of women in the media and how it affects a woman's self-esteem. The panel talks about how women are often sexualized in the media and the impact it has on young girls and women around the globe. The discussion also covers the role that positive role models play in empowering women to be confident and to stand up for themselves.

Overall, To the Contrary Season 20 Episode 22 engages with critical issues surrounding women and society, from politics to sports, media to health care. The panelists provide diverse perspectives and insights on the current state of women’s affairs and come to a consensus on how to create a better future for women in the world.