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Independent Women
Women make up more than half the American population. On average, they also live considerably longer than men. The American women's movement began to have impact in the 1840's and by 1920 American women had the vote. Women still suffer discrimination, especially in the workplace, but have more power in the United States than in most other countries. It is becoming more common to see working women and single-parent families. Rights and opportunities for women in the United States are expanding. Many women come to the United States from countries where women are oppressed. They often do not fully realize what their rights and opportunities are. They owe it to themselves (and to the men they have to deal with) to clarify these rights. Women's organizations of all types exist to help women achieve their full potential in American society. Next Section: “Honorary Men”: The Role of Women in America The American People: Chapter Home
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