Alice Paul, Part 1

Alice Paul was one of the most prominent activists of the 20th-century women's rights movement, who believed that moral authority always trumps the letter of the law; injustices must be called out and resisted as a matter of principle. By hook or by crook; with personal sacrifice, determination, and a talent for spectacle, she moved the needle of public opinion through acts of resistance. This episode is sponsored by: Blissy: Your hair and skin will thank you and save 30% with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY Quince: Give your closet a luxury without the luxury price at QUINCE Flamingo: Keep smooth and save 25% off 1st order at SHOPFLAMINGO Us! Support the show and look great in the process at our new DASHERY merch shop! Thanks for listening and for supporting our work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices