On average, they also live considerably longer than men. The American women's movement began to have impact in the 1840's and by 1920 American women had the vote. Women still suffer discrimination, especially in the workplace, but have more power in the United States than in most other countries. It is becoming more common to see working women and single-parent families. Rights and opportunities for women in the United States are expanding.
Many women come to the United States from countries where women are oppressed.
They often do not fully realize what their rights and opportunities are. Women's organizations of all types exist to help women achieve their full potential in American society. Chapter Home Life in the USA Home Page . You'll be able to access all 18 topic areas of this site. Also you'll find a link to the guestbook.