Women and the vote?

Question 1

women should have the vote because they are equal citizens- pros?

Answer 1

Had indiviual rights and paid rates

already voted in local elections

Question 2

women should have the vote because they are equal citizens- cons?

Answer 2

men can vote on their behalf

Question 3

women need the vote to overcome disadvantages? Pros?

Answer 3

women struggling to have representation

need to get rid of discrimination in terms of child care and marriage

Question 4

women need the vote to overcome disadvantages? - Cons ?

Answer 4

the system already works so no need for extra representation because women are already influential in politics e.g. canvas for elections, local elections

Question 5

women should have the vote so they can participate more? pros?

Answer 5

55% of women in paid employment by 1911 therefore proven their contribution

Question 6

women should have the vote so they can participate more? cons?

Answer 6

no brain for military or economic issues

if gave women the vote then would have to give to all men

Question 7

giving women the vote would have a positive impact on the country as a whole? pros?

Answer 7

improve democracy

+ve impact on social issues - health care, education

Question 8

giving women the vote would have a positive impact on the country as a whole? Cons?

Answer 8

divide the country

fear about position of political power