Democrats say bill would ensure that women do n't face pay discrimination . Republicans counter that it would reward trial lawyers at employers ' expense . An election-year Democratic measure designed to ensure that women do n't face pay discrimination was blocked Tuesday by Republicans who complained that the bill was politically inspired and would reward trial lawyers at the expense of employers . Comment:
Democrats say bill would ensure that women do n't face pay discrimination . Republicans counter that it would reward trial lawyers at employers ' expense . Comment: