Today, August 26, marks Women’s Equality Day, commemorating the monumental achievement of women’s suffrage. This day celebrates the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920, which granted women the right to vote in the U.S., a milestone in the global struggle for gender equality. The journey toward this landmark decision began in the early 19th century when women, who were denied property rights and equal wages, started advocating for political representation. By the early 1900s, nations like Finland, New Zealand, and the UK had already extended voting rights to women. In the U.S., however, the 19th Amendment faced significant hurdles until women’s pivotal contributions during World War I highlighted the inconsistency of denying them democratic rights while fighting for them abroad. The turning point came in 1920 when the amendment was ratified after Tennessee’s crucial vote. It was influenced by a heartfelt plea from the mother of a young state representative named Harry T. Burn. This day was later designated as Women’s Equality Day by Congress in 1971. As we honor this legacy, we look forward to making history again. Kamala Harris, Vice President and 2024 presidential candidate, could become the first female president of the U.S.. If elected, she will be a testament to the enduring impact of women’s suffrage. The time has come to use the power of our votes to shape a better future. #Queer Up The USA View