The Ballot and the Bullet (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Carrie Chapman Catt

 
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Synopsis

Essential read on why votes matter for everyone.
This concise collection argues against the idea that voting should be limited to those who fight. It gathers essays and addresses that defend equal political rights and explain how the ballot serves a free, just society.

This edition presents historical context and practical reasoning. It shows how the fight for woman suffrage fits into a long tradition of extending political liberty, and it offers clear answers to common objections. Readers will gain a straightforward look at how the ballot works to protect rights and shape policy.


  • Foundational arguments for why voting should be universal, not restricted by gender

  • Historical perspectives on the role of noncombatants and the power of civic choice

  • A compilation that includes speeches and essays addressing common counterarguments

  • Accessible, readable prose that connects history to present-day questions about suffrage



Ideal for readers interested in the history of women's rights, voting rights, and civic philosophy. This edition is a practical introduction to the core ideas behind equal suffrage and its relevance to today’s political landscape.

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