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Topic: women’s suffrage
WomenforObama celebrate women suffrage 88th anniversary
September 26, 2008 | 
Clarksville Women For Obama
Celebration marks 88th anniversary of passage of 19th Amendment. Tennessee’s ratification, as the 33rd state to do so, made the law effective. Many women made great sacrifices to make this legislation the law of the land. It is one of many fronts in the struggle for civil rights.
WomenForObama held a celebratory commemoration of the 88th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. It was the 19th Amendment which gave women in the United States the right to vote. The Montgomery County Democratic Party Headquarters was the celebration site with a roster of prominent local women speakers who addressed the significance of women suffrage and civil rights in the furtherance of the American Ideal.
Motivational speaker Cindy Pitts with moderator Wanda McMoore
Wanda McMoore was the event moderator. As a mother, nurse, military service veteran and community organizer, she was a prime example of the women in times past who have fought for equality and justice while still balancing the demands of a family and career. She introduced each speaker and kept the event moving along on schedule. «Read the rest of this article»
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Women for Obama to celebrate 88th anniversary of women’s right to vote!
By Terry McMoore | September 20, 2008 |
Clarksville Women for Obama
Please join Women for Obama for a House Party to Celebrate the 88th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which gave Women the Right to Vote.
The event will be held September 26, at 7:00 p.m.at Montgomery County Democratic Party Headquarters, 534 Madison Street, Clarksville, (on the corner of University and Madison Street) . Guests are encouraged to stay and watch the Presidential debates.
The House Party is open to the public. Reservations are not required, however, if you wish to let us know you will attend, please respond at: http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/womenforobama/gplv7q
This is a great opportunity to meet local Obama supporters, hear powerful guest speakers, and enjoy some great Food! For more information call (931) 552-9076 or visit:
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