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The journey towards women's suffrage was arduous, with years of resistance from cultural norms, lawmakers, and even some women. Despite the deeply ingrained societal attitudes and legal barriers, the women's suffrage movement persisted, using protests, lobbying, and legal challenges to gain momentum. It is important to acknowledge that the fight for suffrage was not a monolithic movement. The 15th Amendment granted African-Americans the right to vote decades earlier, highlighting the intersectionality of the struggle for civil rights. The ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920 marked a significant milestone in the fight for women's rights, granting women the legal right to vote and participate in the democratic process. As we celebrate Women's Suffrage Day, let us take a moment to honor the efforts of those who fought tirelessly for this fundamental right. #WomensSuffrage #EqualRights #Democracy

🤔 Did you know that only 66 Members of the last Parliament identified as Black, Asian and Minority ethnic, and only five have a self-declared disability? Women are 51% of the population but only 35% of MPs in the last Parliament. We think the next Parliament should better reflect the diversity of the people it hopes to represent. And that change starts with how the people who stand for election are chosen. Political parties make those choices before we get a chance to vote for them during an election. We want those choices to be more transparent so we can find out if it is truly representative of our country. Enacting Section 106 of the Equality Act would shine a light on candidate diversity, enabling parties to be held to account and pushing them to deliver better representation. Find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/eXtBRwJU (Centenary Action)

🤔 Did you know that only 66 Members of the last Parliament identified as Black, Asian and Minority ethnic, and only five have a self-declared disability? Women are 51% of the population but only 35% of MPs in the last Parliament. We think the next Parliament should better reflect the diversity of the people it hopes to represent. And that change starts with how the people who stand for election are chosen. Political parties make those choices before we get a chance to vote for them during an election. We want those choices to be more transparent so we can find out if it is truly representative of our country. Enacting Section 106 of the Equality Act would shine a light on candidate diversity, enabling parties to be held to account and pushing them to deliver better representation. Find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/eEVmm7nH (Centenary Action)

These photos from House of Commons, show the diversity within our Cabinet ministers and Caucus compared to the conservatives. Take a look at the representation in each frame— it’s hard not to see how our Liberal government ensures women are not just present but pivotal in our decision-making. Meanwhile, you only see women in photos of the conservative caucus when you see the leader - the limited number of conservative women MPs strategically arranged around him giving the impression of a higher proportion of women than is actually the fact. Our dedication to women’s rights, including access to free contraceptives, is not just a policy but a promise. We will continue to protect the rights guaranteed in our Charter of Rights and Freedoms and of course women’s right to choose. Women’s rights are human rights. #GenderEquality #womensrightsarehumanrights

Throwback Thursday to a pivotal moment in history: the expansion of voting rights through Universal Suffrage. Looking back, it's awe-inspiring to see how far we've come in ensuring that every voice counts in the democratic process. Universal Suffrage, the cornerstone of modern democracy, shattered barriers of race, gender, and property ownership, granting all citizens the fundamental right to vote. Reflecting on this milestone, we're reminded of the tireless efforts of countless activists who fought for equality and justice. From the suffragettes rallying for women's rights to civil rights leaders advocating for racial equality, their courage and determination paved the way for a more inclusive society. As we commemorate this achievement, let's reaffirm our commitment to upholding the principles of Universal Suffrage. Let's continue to work towards a future where every individual has the opportunity to participate in shaping their collective destiny, regardless of their background or circumstances. The expansion of voting rights was not just a historical event; it was an ongoing journey towards a more equitable and representative democracy. Let's honor the legacy of Universal Suffrage by ensuring that every voice is heard, every vote is counted, and every citizen is empowered to make a difference. #CnjAssocoiates #ThrowbackThursday #UniversalSuffrage #Democracy

============ insta 24mar24 The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) introduced to Congress in 1923 It’s been over 100 years since the ERA was first introduced in Congress. It took 49 years for the bill to pass both the House and Senate, and another 48 for the 38th state to ratify it. But women in this country are STILL waiting for equal rights, because the 1972 bill passed by Congress imposed a time limit on getting three-fourths of the states to ratify the language. Over the last 100 years women have fought hard and won their rights through the courts – the right to divorce, the right to employment, the right to take out a loan, the right to an abortion, and a whole lot more.   The following idea and above background are by Ike McCorkle Democratic Candidate for CO-04 sounds like a perfect initiative under the VVA if not a stand-alone amendment.   “Our society has come a long way in the last 100 years, and I believe it’s time we bring the Equal Rights Amendment into the modern era by guaranteeing liberty and rights for ALL Americans. A new ERA would provide comprehensive protection against discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity, disabilities, faith, religion, creed, and any other characteristic. A modern ERA would guarantee due process and fair treatment under the law for EVERYONE. The new ERA should protect every American, regardless of background or identity, from discrimination in housing and employment.”   Purpose above Politics & Power With the Voters Voice Amendment (VVA) at www.PttP.US  we can make these decisions ourselves for OUR future and OUR children’s future. We do NOT need only representatives to decide what and what we cannot have or do. In a democracy you get what you vote for. #democracy #choices #VVA #PttP #biden #trump #breaking #AI #work #workworkwork #era Instagram at rbrown1422 Voters Voice Amendment Meetup & Facebook page Youtube vids search “Voters Voice Amendment Bob Brown”

Are you aware that American women only just achieved the constitutional right to vote when the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified in 1920? Women have been fighting for over 100 years to reach equality in the United States and by 1923 through a suffragist vanguard, women should have had rights fully equal to men, but they didn’t. Equal Rights Amendment to the US Constitution – women wanted equal rights, not only as persons but as citizens too. In 1972, it took Congress almost 49 years to adopt the Amendment. It took another forty-eight years for the state of Virginia (as the 38th state) to be added the ERA to the Constitution. So, why did it take so long? It took so long because thirty-five states ratified it by the 1982 deadline, and three states fell short of the thirty-eight required for ratification. I do not know about you, but I had forgotten just how much of a struggle our Forgotten Mother’s battled to achieve the rights us women have today and to obtain the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). 1. Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex. 2. Congress shall have the power to enforce, by appropriate legislation, the provisions of this Article. 3. This Amendment shall take effect two years after the date of Ratification #WeTheWomen #JulieCSuk #EqualRightsAmendment #womeninleadership #womenempowerment

As we appreciate the freedoms and democracy that come with Independence Day, it’s worth recognizing how long women and people of color have had to fight for equal rights, equal protection, equal justice, and equal opportunity–and still do. Our latest blog shares more about this important topic, below.

AMERICAN DEMOCRACY & THE STATE CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION - PDF: https://lnkd.in/gruJQsCX Fears about the health of American democracy are high. And with the U.S. Supreme Court loosening federal constraints and returning critical substantive issues to the states, there is new and particular interest in the democratic quality of state institutions. Although some see opportunity in this decentralization, there is also good reason to believe that many states are failing to deliver on America’s democratic ideals. There are growing concerns, for example, that many state legislatures are enacting laws wildly misaligned with majority preferences on important issues like guns, abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, and healthcare. There are also deeper structural concerns regarding partisan gerrymandering, voting rights, and regressive power-stripping within state governments. To the extent that American democracy increasingly depends on existing state institutions, there is good reason to believe that this structure is precarious. This Article is the first to explore how the state constitutional convention might help address contemporary concerns about American democracy. My core claim is that the independent state convention is well designed to address certain aspects of contemporary democratic decay—specifically, systemic misalignment between statewide popular majorities and government. At its core, the state constitutional convention is designed to empower majorities over political elites and privileged private interests. Its defining features are the special election of a unicameral body of representative delegates with the sole mandate to debate and draft constitutional reform subject to a statewide referendum. Drawing on important theoretical and empirical work from political scientists, I show that the convention’s unique design tends to diminish the influence of special interests, facilitate moderation, and empower popular majorities. As a 

'Politicians are human beings. They've all made mistakes and poor decisions.' Those were the words of Professor Helen Pankhurst who was the speaker at the Suffolk Business Women event that I attended earlier today. Helen is the great-granddaughter of the late Emmeline Pankhurst famous for the suffrage movement in the UK which enabled voting rights for women in the UK. Helen spoke about local realities and the links to global issues such as urban vs rural, political, cultural, and economic. She also talked about how powerful networks are, how they are a community, and how they should be utilised more. Another of her passions is Centenary Action, the leading voice for women’s political representation whose target is to have a gender equal parliament by 2028. The current number is 30%. As you can imagine there was some discussions about the upcoming election and how important it is to get as many people to use their vote. Voting is a privilege and we should be honouring the past and remember those that have voted before us and who enabled the right to vote like Helen's grandmother and great-grandmother. One of my favourite phrases Helen used was 'the power of female agency'. She also spoke about the importance of male allyship and that we have to be in uncomfortable places for things to change. My final takeaway was, do speak differently, do listen differently and do differently. On another note, if you haven't seen the film, Suffragette, I highly recommend it to get a sense of what happened back in the 1910's.