My opinions and principles are subjects of just criticism. I put myself before the public voluntarily.

I now announce myself as candidate for the Presidency. I anticipate criticism; but however unfavorable I trust that my sincerity will not be called into question.

I come before you to declare that my sex are entitled to the inalienable right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

There's nothing wrong with constructive criticism, and I learn from that and better myself. I'm not expecting anyone to be sycophantic in any way; I never expected that.

Suffrage is a common right of citizenship. Women have the right of suffrage. Logically it cannot be escaped.

Denounce me for advocating freedom if you can, and I will bear your curse with a better resignation.