The struggle for women’s suffrage began in the mid-19th Century and lasted generations as supporters lectured, wrote, lobbied and practiced civil disobedience to achieve the right to vote. The right to vote took a more militant turn as parades, silent vigils and hunger strikes were integrated into their protests.
On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was passed. This amendment granted women of all races the right to vote. As a journalist for a major newspaper, you have been charged with producing a commemorative newspaper in light of its passage. As a writer and part of a 3 person team, you will answer the question, how did this social movement change social disagreement and collaboration in American society?
