Women's Rights

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This paper outlines the history of the Women's Rights Movement. A detailed description of three central female figures involved, is provided: Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony and Lucy Stone. Each of these women's roles played in the progression of the Women's Rights Movement is discussed. The various legislative successes enjoyed by the early Women's Rights Movement are presented.
The Start of the Revolution
The Unjust Treatment of Women
Declaration of Sentiments
Ridicule Turns to Power
Susan B. Anthony
Lucy Stone
Conclusion
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"In July 13, 1848, the Women's Rights Movement began (Degler). Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a housewife and mother, discussed the status of women during a tea with four female friends. Stanton expressed her dissatisfaction regarding the limitations placed on women under America's new democracy. She wondered aloud why women did not enjoy the same freedom as men, despite the fact that they had taken equal risks during the American Revolution (Degler, p. 96). Stanton and her friends agreed that the new republic would benefit from having women play greater roles in society. The women create a plan to change things on this day."

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