Let me tell you what I think of bicycling. I think it has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world. It gives women a feeling of freedom and self-reliance. I stand and rejoice every time I see a woman ride by on a wheel…the picture of free, untrammeled womanhood. Susan B. Anthony
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This quote is by Susan B. Anthony, but it isn’t actually about bicycles. The real question is whether the statement is true. Anthony was an advocate for women’s rights and she is known for stating, “There is no legitimate reason why women should not be allowed to vote.” However, her statement isn’t correct. Bicycling has nothing to do with the emancipation of women and there are many other forms of transportation that allow women to feel free and independent.

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