"Gloria E"

I am anonymously writing under the name “Gloria E”, inspired by the famous suffragette, Gloria Steinem. Gloria Steinem was a young journalist who went undercover at the PlayBoy clubs, as a bunny waitress, and exposed the harassment, underpayment, and corrupt demerit system against the other women working as PlayBoy bunny waitresses. She became known as a huge feminism activist to this day, and made her own newspaper, entitled “Ms.”, when all other places refused her. She also used her looks to get a job undercover, and publish one of the biggest stories, and establish herself as beautiful and strong. She inspired me to write about topics that many high schools traditionally silence students to speak on, and that I can be pretty, as well as smart and independent.

"Sybil R"

I am anonymously writing under the name “Sybil R,” inspired by the American Revolutionary War heroine Sybil Ludington. When Sybil was 16, she rode on her horse for nearly 40 miles throughout the night, warning approximately 400 men of the incoming British attacks. Many refer to her as the “female Paul Revere” Although Revere is more widely known, Sybil is said to have rode more than twice the distance of his ride. Sybil Ludington is just another example of history choosing to leave out the accomplishments of women for the pure fact that they are female. Her story and the stories of many other women around the world deserve to be no longer silenced.

"Carrie A"

I am anonymously writing under the name “Carrie A” inspired by the American Suffragette, Carrie Chapman Catt. She directed the National American Woman Suffrage Association (NAWSA) and founded the League of Women Voters (1920) in an effort to make women a part of modern politics. When she took over NAWSA, she came up with the “Winning Plan” that helped pass the 19th Amendment in 1920. I chose to sign as her because she inspires me to be a leader and affirms that girls are capable of anything a man can do.

"Inez G"

I am anonymously writing under the name “Inez G” inspired by the American Suffragette, Inez Milholland Boissevain. She was a lawyer and a public speaker who was very active in the National Women’s Party. Her most memorable appearance is when she rode a white horse by the name of “Gray Dawn”and was adorned with a crown and long white cape at the Women’s Suffrage Procession in Washington, d.c. I choose to write under this name because I feel a strong connection to Inez’s personality and actions and am inspired to give my all for a cause I believe in.

"Lucretia S"

I am anonymously writing under the name “Lucretia S” in honor of Lucretia Mott, one of the minds behind the first ever women’s rights conference in Seneca Falls on July 19, 1848. In addition to her work in the women’s rights movement, she also was an outspoken abolitionist. Lucretia Mott was one of the first women to be a public speaker, as she frequently spoke out against the typical roles of women as well as for an end to slavery. I have chosen Lucretia because she was one of the most influential women of all time and had such a major impact on both the society of her time and modern society.

"Mary Km"

I am anonymously writing under the name “Mary KM” inspired by fashion designer Mary Quant. Quant designed the first mini skirt of the sixties, which sparked a fashion revolution, and gave her the name “Mother of the Miniskirt”. Girls were wearing miniskirts everywhere, and showing their legs confidently, which was daring for the time period. When many people, who were against women showing skin, tried to ban them, believing they were enforcing “modesty”, Quant still designed the skirts, which started the mini skirt protests of the sixties worldwide.From London, England, to Munich, Germany, girls marched the streets proudly in their miniskirts, bearing their legs, confidently, thanks to Quant. She inspired me to express my strength and power through fashion, and confidence.

"Amelia H"

I am writing under the pseudonym “Amelia H” in honor of the Seneca Falls women’s rights activist and temperance advocate, Amelia Bloomer. With only a few years of education, Bloomer sought out writing as an outlet for the anguish she felt. Because of this, she created The Lily in 1849, which was a newspaper written for women to read and relate to. Bloomer’s most iconic work was dress reform. Due to the restrictions of corsets and dresses at the time, Bloomer invented a new alternative, pantaloons (now called Bloomers). This shaped a new era of women’s fashion in the mid-1800s, departing from the clothing that was expected of women at the time. I chose Amelia because I love the idea of non-conformity. She saw that women were being controlled all the way up to what clothes they could wear, and she wanted to change that. I do not want to be a woman who is restricted in society, and knowing Amelia Bloomer’s story gives me strength to continue her mission.