Amendment 19 · Ratified August 18, 1920
The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees women the right to vote, marking a significant achievement in the women's suffrage movement.
Source: U.S. Const. amend. 19
The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.
The 19th Amendment ensures that no citizen can be denied the right to vote based on their sex. This amendment grants women the same voting rights as men, solidifying their participation in democratic processes.
The struggle for women's suffrage in the United States began in the mid-19th century, with activists like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton leading campaigns for voting rights. The amendment was part of a broader social movement advocating for women's equality across various platforms.