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State Mottos

Wyoming State Motto

Equal Rights

The state motto of Wyoming is "Equal Rights." Adopted in 1890, this succinct and powerful phrase encapsulates the state's commitment to equality and justice for all its residents. Wyoming was the first state in the United States to grant women the right to vote in 1869, and the motto reflects the state's pioneering stance on issues of equality and individual rights. The choice of "Equal Rights" as the state motto reflects Wyoming's historical significance in the advancement of women's rights and its dedication to upholding principles of fairness and justice.