Why is Wyoming called The Equality State?

Answer 1

The official state nickname of Wyoming is "The Equality State".

The Wyoming Territory (and later State) was one of the first places in the world to give women the vote. It was also the first State to elect a female Governor, with Nellie Taylor Ross being elected in 1924.

Answer 2

Wyoming is called the "Equality State" because it was the first state to allow women the equal rights to to vote, serve on juries and hold public office.

Answer 3

Because Wyoming was the first state to give women the right to vote and hold office, so being equal to men and women, hence "Equality State".

Answer 4

Um..i believe it is because Wyoming was the first state to allow women to vote...but i could be wrong...but im pretty sure that's it...

Answer 5

Wyoming is known for being the "Equality State" because Wyoming was the first state constitution which gave women the right to vote.

Answer 6

Wyoming is called the Equality State.