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1882 Nebraska Suffrage Debate

By David Koesters

Published October 23, 2024 at 8:50 AM CDT

Should women have the right to vote? In 1882 Omaha held a debate with some prominent figures to make the case.

Special thanks to Kyle Chattleton, Coordinator of Public Programs at the Durham Museum.

Photos gathered from internet archive resources and wikipedia.

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David Koesters

David first started broadcasting at his hometown radio station in Holdrege, Nebraska while still in high school. He went on to earn journalism and law degrees from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, served as an officer in the U.S. Army, and has worked for radio and television stations across the United States. He is a big advocate for community media and loves being a part of the local fabric of NPR. He also has a cat, Pickles.

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