Sonia Sotomayor, who is showcased in the exhibit, is the nation's first Latina Supreme Court Justice.
On March 5, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the opening
of the Women's History Month exhibit in the New York State Capitol. The
exhibit, "1918 | The New Day for New York Women," celebrates and
recognizes the contributions made by 25 New York women pioneers and
trailblazers, each who achieved a "first" for women in the state, and
champions the century of progress since women's suffrage was passed in
New York State in 1917. Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled the
exhibit today in the State Capitol. The Governor also proclaimed Women's History Month in New York State.
"New
York is the birthplace of the women's rights movement, from Seneca
Falls to suffrage and beyond, and this exhibit celebrates that legacy
and motivates us to continue to ensure equal rights across every area of
women's lives," Governor Cuomo said. "By honoring the
leadership of these trailblazing women, we will inspire the next
generation of women to lead our state forward."
Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, Chair of the New York State Suffrage Commission, said, "As
the only woman State elected official and as a mother, I know the
challenges women face balancing responsibilities at work and at home.
We're continuing the fight for equality with the Women's Agenda and
Democracy Agenda to further our goal of equal opportunities and fairness
for all. For Women's History Month, we're celebrating the brave women
in New York who fought for our rights and change. This exhibit
highlights some of those women and reminds us of how far we've come and
the work we still need to do."
Click here for the full announcement.
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