Which of the following is pointed to as evidence of democracy in the western states in the nineteenth century?

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The introduction of universal male suffrage, meaning all adult men were able to vote regardless of property ownership or other qualifications, was a significant step towards democracy in the western states in the nineteenth century. While the other options (extension of voting rights to African Americans, election of a woman to the House of Representatives, and election of an Indian to the House of Representatives) are also notable moments in the history of American democracy, they were not widespread or representative of the overall political climate in the western states during this period.

Which of the Following Is Pointed to as Evidence of Democracy