Today is the anniversary of the birth of my favorite suffragist. Alice Paul was born on Jan. 11, 1885. Although not as well known as Susan B. Anthony and Carrie Chapman-Catt, she arguably was more important in getting women suffrage. She certainly is a more appealing character for modern women. Read more…
She was born to Quaker parents on Jan. 11, 1885. She was a descendant of William Penn. Her parents were progressives who believed in gender equality and education for women. Her mother was a member of the National American Woman Suffrage Association and brought young Alice to the meetings. She Read more…
I was taking the day off when I read that today is the anniversary of the start of picketing by the Silent Sentinels. I am a huge fan of Alice Paul, ever since I saw the movie “Iron-Jawed Angels”, so I couldn’t leave the ladies hanging. The Silent Sentinels Read more…