Early Women's Rights
Abigail's bold letter to John in 1776 urges him to "remember the ladies" as he drafts new laws for the emerging nation, highlighting the need for women's rights. Despite her revolutionary call, John's dismissive response reflects the prevailing attitudes of the time. Meanwhile, New Jersey's constitution introduces gender-neutral language in voting, hinting at the potential for women's suffrage, yet the property requirements still limit access for many.In this clip
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119: Women’s Suffrage & the Passage of the 19th Amendment
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