Episode 14: Ohio v. Suffrage (19th Amendment)

Episode 14: “Ohio v. Suffrage” (19th Amendment) We celebrate 100 years of women’s suffrage in Ohio, with three amazing women: Lisa Wood, Emily Krichbaum and Megan Wood. Alex tells the entire history of suffrage in Ohio and America as we follow the journey to the eventual adoption of the 19th Amendment in 1919. Lisa and Alex discuss the life of Harriet Taylor Upton, Ohio’s most famous suffragette and the ups and downs of the Ohio Women’s Suffrage Association. Emily tells the story of the national struggle for suffrage with appearances by Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony and Alice Paul. The more conservative Taylor and the more radical Paul work in concert to deliver female suffrage after decades of failure. We’re also joined by Megan Wood of the Ohio History Connection to discuss the creation of the Ohio Women’s Suffrage Centennial Commission (32:00). The Commission which was approved last week and led by the Secretary of State’s office, will hold events and raise awareness about the importance and historical significance of the 19th Amendment. https://www.dispatch.com/news/20190226/ohio-getting-ready-to-celebrate-100-years-of-women-voting Don’t forget to subscribe to Emily Krichbaum’s awesome newsletter Remember the Ladies. Remember The Ladies is an organization dedicated to the teaching of American women’s history and breaks down women’s history and politics every week. Click here to subscribe and get the newsletter direct to your email inbox. https://www.remembertheladieshistory.com/subscribe Only ONE episode left in Season 3! Thanks to our supporters at GoBus! Go to www.ridegobus.com for more info on the intracity bus service in Ohio. Rate or review the show on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ohio-v-the-world/id1210853919?mt=2 Email Alex with show ideas and comments at [email protected]