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The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified on August 18, 1920. This amendment granted women the right to vote. The amendment states:
“The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex. Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.”
The 19th Amendment was a hard-fought battle for the suffrage movement, which had been active since the mid-1800s. Women such as Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Alice Paul led the movement, which gained momentum in the early 20th century. Women staged marches and pickets, lobbied their representatives, and even went to jail in order to gain the right to vote.
The passage of the 19th Amendment marked a major victory for women’s rights. It had a profound impact on American politics and society, allowing women to finally participate in the electoral process. The amendment opened the door for women to serve in public office and helped set the stage for the modern feminist movement. Today, women’s suffrage is seen as an important milestone in the fight for equality.
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