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We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men and women are created equal.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

1848

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Women's equality Equality Feminism Declaration of Independence

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1848

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Elizabeth Cady Stanton

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Stanton, Elizabeth Cady. "Declaration of Sentiments." Women's Rights Convention. 19 July 1848, Wesleyan Chapel, Seneca Falls, NY, USA.

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