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Instructions: Read the following passage and answer the question(s) afterwards.

A painting of a group of people

Description automatically generated with medium confidenceThroughout the first half of the 19th century, “free suffrage” was the goal of men who believed that they did not need to own property to have an interest in the fortunes of their country or to exercise sound judgment on its behalf. They agitated to change state constitutions and abolish property requirements for voting. This cane bearing their slogan was likely carried in parades. Some men in power shared their philosophy. Others found the growing power of the “common man,” the shifting American economy, and the need for new voters to support their own new political parties were compelling reasons to support free suffrage.

Question: Voting rights in America has evolved throughout its inception, why do you think the Male Suffrage Movement during the 19th century, was so important (50 pts) Describe the group of people who could vote prior to the Male Suffrage Movement. (50 pts)

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The people that believed it was so important during the 19th century is the makes. The group of people who could vote were the rich, who owner land and property. Now, they want all people regardless of what status you are to be able to vote.