The musical Suffs highlights the last seven years of the 70-year struggle of the suffragists in their efforts to allow women to vote. One of the key numbers is Let Mother Vote, a plea to the men in their lives to give women the same rights and access to democracy that they enjoyed. It was a savvy way to help those not directly impacted realize that they had a role to play in the fight.
Today, I think of all the mothers who have made sacrifices — some carrying signs on the picket line, some still protesting today. I think of mothers who are engaged in public service, and those running in the upcoming elections. I think of all the mothers who have worked tirelessly to get out the vote, support candidates, staff the polls, and fulfill many of the less-glamorous roles required by the republic.
Mothers have been making sacrifices for their communities since the beginning. Today, let us appreciate the role women play and have played in helping America flourish and support them in their ongoing quest to provide the benefits of democracy to all.
