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The evolution of suffrage rights has been pivotal in shaping democratic governance. Initially limited by property, gender, and race, the fight for universal suffrage led to the abolition of such restrictions. Key milestones include women's enfranchisement and the removal of racial voting barriers. The women's suffrage movement, particularly in the UK, played a crucial role, resulting in the Representation of the People Act of 1918 and the Equal Franchise Act of 1928, granting equal voting rights.
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In ancient democracies, only free male citizens with property were allowed to vote
Women were historically excluded from voting rights
Racial barriers were used to disenfranchise ethnic minorities
The elimination of property requirements was a key milestone in the expansion of suffrage
The women's suffrage movement played a significant role in achieving equal voting rights
The elimination of racial barriers to voting has been a gradual process
Suffrage ensures that the government reflects the will of its citizens
Universal suffrage is advocated for in international human rights standards
The right to vote is seen as a fundamental aspect of citizenship, critical to the legitimacy and accountability of political systems
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In ancient ______ and medieval Europe, only a select group of people had the privilege to ______ in political matters.
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vote
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The campaign for ______ suffrage sought to grant ______ rights to all adults, irrespective of their status.
universal
voting
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Universal suffrage definition
Right to vote for all adult citizens, regardless of race, sex, belief, wealth, or social status.
