Until New Jersey added the word "male" to its constitutional definition of a voter in 1807, some of this state's women enjoyed suffrage rights.

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Before 1807, the New Jersey state constitution did not specify gender restrictions on voting, allowing some women (who met property and residency qualifications) to vote in certain elections. However, in 1807, the word "male" was added to the constitution, limiting suffrage to men only. So, before 1807, some women in New Jersey did have suffrage rights.

Until New Jersey Added the Word "Male" to Its Constitutional