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“For two generations groups of women have given their lives and their fortunes to secure the vote for the sex and hundreds of thousands of other women are now giving all the time at their command. No class of men in our own or any other country has made one-tenth the effort nor sacrificed one-tenth…” quote by Carrie Chapman Catt
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“For two generations groups of women have given their lives and their fortunes to secure the vote for the sex and hundreds of thousands of other women are now giving all the time at their command. No class of men in our own or any other country has made one-tenth the effort nor sacrificed one-tenth as much for the vote.”

Carrie Chapman Catt

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About This Quote

Highlights the disproportionate sacrifice women made for suffrage compared to men, emphasizing their dedication and the ongoing effort to secure voting rights.

In simple terms: Women’s suffrage required massive personal sacrifice.

Key Takeaway

Women’s struggle for voting rights was far greater than men’s.

Themes

gender equality political activism historical injustice social movements women’s rights

Mood

determined reflective inspirational

Type

historical political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • historical analysis
  • educational curricula
  • gender studies seminars
  • political speeches
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

suffrage civic participation gender disparity activism

Practical Applications

  • advocacy campaigns
  • educational content

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons can modern movements learn from this disparity?
  • How does this history shape current gender politics?

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