Suffragists' Challenges and Impact

The video discusses the actions of the National Woman's Party in advocating for women's suffrage, including their protests at the White House. It highlights the legal rights they exercised, the public's perception, and the political opposition they faced. The narrative underscores the challenges in amending the Constitution to ensure voting rights regardless of sex.

What was the main goal of the National Woman's Party as mentioned in the video?

• To amend the Constitution for women's voting rights

• To give cookies to good boys

• To station Sentinels at the White House

• To support the president

How did the suffragists plan to achieve their goal?

• By writing letters to the president

• By picketing the White House daily

• By holding rallies in different states

• By organizing parades

What challenge did the suffragists face during their picketing?

• Legal issues with the police

• Harsh weather conditions

• Lack of public support

• Financial difficulties

What was the public's reaction to the suffragists' actions?

• They were supportive and joined the cause

• They were critical and saw it as trespassing

• They were amused and entertained

• They were indifferent and ignored them

What did Senator Myers propose in response to the suffragists' banners?

• To outlaw the use of banners

• To increase security at the White House

• To hold a public debate

• To support the suffrage amendment

What was the main obstacle to the suffrage amendment according to the video?

• Lack of public interest

• Political opposition from the president

• Opposition from the National Woman's Party

• Continued picketing by the suffragists

How did the suffragists' actions impact the suffrage amendment?

• They accelerated the amendment process

• They were seen as the greatest obstacle

• They had no impact on the amendment

• They caused the amendment to be delayed

What stance did the president take regarding the suffrage movement?

• He fully supported the suffrage amendment

• He encouraged public debate on the issue

• He was neutral and did not take a stance

• He opposed the suffrage amendment