Women and the Vote: Use It or Lose It!*
Women and the Vote: Use It or Lose It!*
October 2, 2008 in CC 917 at 4:00
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Free, open to the public and wheelchair accessible
(*Your Political Power!)
On August 26, 1920 the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified by one vote and after more then 70 years of struggle, women in the United States were finally allowed to vote. How do we honor the women who fought for our right to participate in this democratic process? How will the up-coming Presidential election affect the lives of women? How will it impact your life? Are you registered to vote?
On October 2, 2008, Professor Joyce Averch Berkman, Professor of History and Women's Studies, (UMass Amherst), will provide a brief overview of the long fight for women's suffrage and the importance of women's participation in this years election. We will view selections from the award winning film, One Woman, One Vote, which documented this struggle, including why the entrenched opposition feared that the women's vote would ignite a social revolution. Carol Rothery from the League of Women Voters will describe their current work to preserve and promote this right and also conduct voter registration. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this compelling election! Come and register to vote! For more information contact: Everywoman's Center @ 545-0883