👉 The word "Dorothy Perkins" refers to a prominent English historical figure known as Dorothy Perkins, who was the first woman president of the American National Women's Party (now Women's National Association) in 1907. Dorothy Perkins served as President of the American National Women's Party from 1885-1886 and also served as Secretary-Treasurer. She was an active member of the women’s suffrage movement advocating for equality for women, including the right to vote and the right to hold public office.