Disguise and Deceit: A Lesson in Electoral Manipulation

In early 19th century New Jersey, progressiveness regarding voting rights for women and free African-American men faced challenges from political manipulation. The Republican party accused women voters of being disguised men as a strategy to undermine their franchise, leveraging fears of voter fraud to disenfranchise them. This historical tactic parallels modern instances of electoral deception, highlighting how political narratives can shift to suppress inclusive voting rights.

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