The first female ballot cast in the United States occurred in 1870, during the local elections in Wyoming Territory. Wyoming was progressive in granting women the right to vote and participate in politics, making it the first territory or state to do so. This significant milestone marked a pivotal moment in the women’s suffrage movement, serving as an inspiration for women's rights activists across the nation. The change came as a result of both social reform movements advocating for equality and the economic contributions of women, which called for their greater recognition in civic life.