Throughout history there have been many issues which affect our daily lives and the way society runs. Thirteen Enduring issues have influenced our country, the way in which the government runs, and our lives. One of these thirteen issues has been women"s rights. This issue has endured the test of time and is persistent. Changes have been made but it is clear that more change is needed. Although women in much of the world have gained significant legal rights, women still do not have complete political, economic, and social equality with men. .

             Women have always been seen as mothers and house wives. Most cultures view women as inferior to men. This is the same look upon women, which was brought into the United States of America. The belief that women were inferior was not only a tag of inferiority for women but also affected their lives and actually made them inferior. As a result of the "tag of inferiority," women were limited in education and the skills needed for most jobs. .

             During the 18th century, very little was accomplished toward the issue of women"s rights. Women were being held down by their lack of knowledge and education. Women lacked the educational and economic resources that would allow them to challenge society. During this period, the working middle class of men also had some problems earning equal rights. As the 19th century approached the government began drafting new laws to guarantee equal rights to these men. Many women felt that this was an optimal period for change. Many women backed by a small amount of men, fought, unsuccessfully for the rights of women. (WIC Site).

             As the industrial revolution came around more men began to leave work at the house. Factories became abundant and male workers were wanted. This left society with the idea that women belonged in the house and men were to take jobs in public. This was a setback for women. (Eastman 271-273).

             Women began to organize with the goal of achieving greater rights.