Suffrage Divides
The post-Civil War era sees a significant rift between black leadership and women's suffrage advocates, leading to the formation of two distinct factions: the NWSA, which rejects the 15th Amendment, and the more moderate AWSA, which embraces it. As states like Wyoming and Utah grant women the right to vote, the complexities of suffrage deepen, especially regarding the role of Mormon women in the movement. The struggle for women's rights continues amidst shifting alliances and societal expectations.In this clip
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119: Women’s Suffrage & the Passage of the 19th Amendment
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