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Freedom for women, in different meanings and in different ways…

by Fardina Habib Posted on December 6, 2010

Women had a tough struggle to gain equal rights as men. There were numerous protests and organizations established in demand of women rights as citizens of the United States. Suffragists were subject to arrests and many were jailed. Nevertheless it … Continue reading →

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Chaining myself to give a voice

by Cindy Yin Posted on October 9, 2010

Foner begins the section on women’s suffrage by introducing the point that the ideals of democracy and freedom reached the minds of women. Even though the topic was a little bit short, it summarized that time in history moderately well. … Continue reading →

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“The world is wide, and I will not waste my life in friction when it could be turned into momentum.” Frances Willard, the Suffragist

by olga.lavinda Posted on September 25, 2010

Frances Willard was one of the most prominent women of the 19th century. She is well known for her influence on the enactment of the Prohibition and Women Suffrage Amendments in the US Constitution. From early childhood, Willard marked herself … Continue reading →

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I am the same as you, am I not?

by Cindy Yin Posted on September 10, 2010

Just like how African-Americans sought for the true meaning and extent of freedom, so did women too. Reconstruction had little to do with women’s rights. Work was limited for women and when they did find work, the pay was undeniably … Continue reading →

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