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Woman suffrage movement

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A reform movement led by activists such as Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton that sought to expand voting rights to women and advance women's political leadership.

AP course connection

Topic 4.11: 4.11 An Age of Reform

Unit 4

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