Because the audience wasn't dominated by teenage girls, "The Hunger Games" didn't experience the drop-off in sales between Friday and Saturday common for films whose core fans are willing to invest the time and energy to secure a coveted seat at an opening-day screening.

WSJ: 'Hunger Games' Triumphs at Box Office

As women around the world continue to fight for their seat at the table, my Administration will keep their interests at the core of our policy decisions -- and we will join them every step of the way.

WHITEHOUSE: Presidential Proclamation - Women��s Equality Day, 2012