WHO WERE THE ANTI-SUFFRAGETTES?

Cinemavixion Review

This historical documentary delves into the complex and often overlooked opposition to women's suffrage in the United States, focusing on the pivotal moment in July 1920 when Tennessee became the final state to ratify the amendment. The narrative highlights the intense struggle between anti-suffragist and pro-suffragist factions, culminating in a dramatic vote. The piece draws attention to the crucial, deciding vote cast by a young legislator, Harry Burn, influenced by his mother's plea to "Do the right thing." It serves as a compelling reminder that historical progress often encounters significant resistance, and that individual actions, even those motivated by personal counsel, can shape the course of societal change.