Getting individual states to grant women the right to vote was successful in the western states because it allowed for a more localized and focused campaign, appealing to the unique social and economic conditions of those areas. Western states often had more progressive attitudes toward gender roles and recognized women's contributions in settling and developing the frontier. Additionally, as states like Wyoming and Colorado granted suffrage, they set a precedent that encouraged other states to follow suit, creating a momentum for the national suffrage movement. This state-by-state approach also helped to highlight the practical benefits of women's voting rights, further swaying public opinion.
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