During the 1880's and the 1890's it was a big year for
the women. It was surprising to read how everything new being experienced was
meant for the women instead of men. It was unpredicted of this because women
were just fighting for equality during the Civil War, but they were not granted
this. It was really surprising how woman became on top more than men, because
men were supposed to be the dominate one. It got me excited to read how
Colleges were made for women, so they can get equality, and gain the knowledge
to have women compete with men in the workforce. During that time there were
powerful women figures that proved to men, women are capable to do just as much
as men. Such as Jane Addams who won a Noble prize among men candidates, for her
work of the settle house movement. A women who I found inspiring while reading
was Frances Willard, she transformed women’s “moral virtues” into a rationale
for political actions. She encourage the movement of women to set out of the
Victorian lady like status and become more active and making themselves to
become just as important to men.
I
found it amazing and funny for women during that time outlaw liquor. I cannot
imagine how angry the men were especially during that time when the saloon was
a big thing to do. I find it funny how men thought they were the dominate
power, such as whatever they says goes. They would never think women are
capable of doing because they think women are not as intelligent as them. Then
again the women proved them wrong and outlawed their favorite substance at the
time. Also the women finally stood up to their husbands and other men for their
safety which is important. Although it seems like they were trying to get back
at the men, but in reality they are looking out for the safety of themselves
their children and their husbands. They saw and experience how liquor affected
everyone in a negative matter. This just shows how compassionate and motherly
women are, to be looking out for what’s best.
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