The Fight for Women's Suffrage | Passing the Torch | 3

<p>As the 20th century dawned, a new generation of women rose to take control of the suffrage cause. These young activists were going to college, delaying marriage, and pursuing careers. Their political savvy helped the movement win victories at the state level in the West. But new leaders like Carrie Chapman Catt also shunned Black activists. Facing discrimination within their own movement, Black suffrage leaders like Ida B. Wells forged their own path, fighting racism and sexism on their own terms.</p><p>Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App.&nbsp;<a href="https://wondery.app.link/historytellers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://wondery.app.link/historytellers</a></p><p>Please support us by supporting our sponsors!</p><p><strong>Surf Shark</strong>- Get Surf Shark VPN at <a href="http://surfshark.deals/TELLERS" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">surfshark.deals/TELLERS</a> and use Promo Code: <strong>TELLERS</strong> for <strong>83%</strong> OFF and <strong>3 EXTRA MONTHS FREE</strong>!</p><p><strong>Zip Recruiter</strong>- To connect with great employers, go to <a href="http://ziprecruiter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ziprecruiter.com</a> and sign up for <strong>FREE</strong>!</p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>