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Today, on Women’s Equality Day, we take a look back at the history of women’s right to vote in America. Using each of our VOTE collection shoes, we've created a timeline to mark voting rights milestones past, present, and future. It’s been a long journey, and there is still work to be done, but together we can go far when we each step up and vote #StepUpandVote #WomensEqualityDay We're proud of the success of our VOTE collection and are working hard to keep up with demand. Please sign up for our waitlist to be notified as soon as your favorite style is back in stock! 1920 Exactly 100 years ago today, the 19th amendment was adopted to the U.S. Constitution, federally granting women the right to vote. While this date marks an important moment in history, there was still a lot of work to be done. It took decades before all women, particularly of color, gained the right to vote. 1965 These colorful stars are a symbol of women’s suffrage, and our version represents the continued journey towards equal voting rights. The Voting Rights Act of 1965, signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson, prohibited racial discrimination in voting and represents a landmark piece of federal civil rights legislation. 1965 to Present Day The word “empowered” embodies what the right to vote means for each of us as individuals. Today, we continue the fight against voter suppression because all voices deserve to be heard. 2020 It’s always important to use our voices by voting. We must help raise awareness and encourage all women to register to vote in this year’s elections. 2020 & Beyond The future is female. These words, along with the other words and phrases on this shoe design, represent messages of equality, strength, and unity, and they remind us of the possibilities that lie ahead.