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explain how Carrie Chapman Catt, the author of “Address to Congress on Women’s Suffrage,” demonstrates the use of kairos in her speech to the U.S. Congress.

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"Until the early 20th century, women in America were denied suffrage (the right to vote) in political elections. It wasn’t until June 4, 1919 that Congress passed the 19th Amendment, which granted women their right to vote. Carrie Chapman Catt (1859-1947) campaigned for the 19th Amendment, and was considered a leader among women’s suffrage. In the following address to Congress in November 1917, Catt argues for the rights of women."

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