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politics2 days ago•3 min saved

White as Protest: Dem Women Signal Voting Rights Fight at Trump’s State of the Union

More than a dozen Democratic women plan to wear white at Trump’s State of the Union to honor suffragists and highlight ongoing battles over voting rights, including opposition to a strict voter-ID measure; Rep. Leger Fernández says the color signals that women are still in the fight, while some caucus members will attend a MoveOn rally rather than the speech.

via CBS News|

#democratic-women-caucus #politics #state-of-the-union

arts-and-entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

"Suffs' on Broadway: Hillary Clinton's Take and the Musical's Evolution"

The musical "Suffs," about American suffragists, has been retooled and improved for its Broadway run, focusing more on ensemble storytelling and incorporating the activists' blind spots. While the show still struggles with depth and character exploration, it captures the excitement and urgency of the fight for women's right to vote, featuring a more confident and entertaining version with a rousing call to arms.

via The Washington Post|

#activism #arts-and-entertainment #broadway