History forever changed after the successful British Suffragette movement won the vote for women
Women Voting Rights articles on Democracy Chronicles
Women in the 21st century have a larger political role to play if they continue to identify and dismantle the barriers in the way of their political equality. As over half the population of the planet is female, ensuring women voting rights is key for any democracy. The Nineteenth Amendment giving women the right to vote across the United States was ratified in 1920 but government elections are still dominated by men. Also see our articles on Feminism, Minority Voting Rights or LGBT voting.
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Casting the deciding vote in the Supreme Court’s 2000 decision marks Sandra Day O’Conner’s career
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Lyrical genius Mare Advertencia Lirika using her rap songs in battle to save Mexican women rights
Meet the Woman Leading a Nigerian Cyber Revolution
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National Voter Registration Day Seeks Women and Minorities
Organizers behind the National Voter Registration Day target neglected groups lagging behind others
Trouble at the Top of Women’s Equality Party
Three different women claim top spot in Women’s Equality Party in high level controversy for group
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Problems for chronically undemocratic Saudi Arabia’s publicity move allowing women in fake elections
Securing a Role in Government For Somaliland Women
Tradition and religion are no barrier to Somaliland women seeking greater political representation
Cheers For First Ever Female Greek Prime Minister!
The first female Greek Prime Minister in history is inheriting a nation on verge of national vote
Single Women Most Focused on Women’s Empowerment
Study examines why most married women aren’t as focused on female empowerment as are single women