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Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics
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Founded in 1992 at Iowa State University to interest, educate, and engage citizens in the political process.
We encourage you to celebrate Valentine’s Day by becoming more involved in the political process and encouraging others to do the same!
February 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
On Feb. 14, 1920, the national League of Women Voters was formally organized at NAWSA’s convention in Chicago, six months before the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing women the right to vote was ratified.
February 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
At its 1919 convention, NAWSA resolved to form a league of women voters. That fall, Catt and other women’s suffrage leaders went on a “Wake Up America” tour to advocate for ratification of the 19th Amendment and explain the purpose of the newly-formed league.
February 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM