politicians

A biography of U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.

"Nancy Pelosi is a beacon of patriotism and integrity, demonstrating strength and leadership in her over 30 years in public office. A politician, mother of five, and tireless advocate for the underprivileged, she has dedicated her life to correcting injustice and inequality, and she serves her country with confidence and compassion. Rising from the California Democratic Party Chair to House Minority Leader to become the first woman Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi is a gifted leader and an inspiration to young women everywhere"--Provided by publisher.

Contains brief biographies of twelve immigrants and their contributions to American politics.

"Illustrated book with profiles of the men and women who have revolutionized politics, policy, and activism, with a focus on their accomplishments that were 'firsts' in their fields"--Provided by publisher.

"Some of the most important roles in American life have been filled by people born outside the United States. Immigrants have served in the military since the Civil War. Some immigrants have made fortunes and given them away-to create libraries, fund after-school programs, and protect citizens' civil rights. Still others have held political office or served our nation as ambassadors or-literally-rocket scientists. Here are 25 immigrants who have served our nation in these and other important ways"--Provided by publisher.

". . . featuring iconic figures known all over the world whose "firsts" made an indelible mark in entertainment, science, politics, and sports"--Provided by publisher.

"Find out about the life of Barack Obama from his childhood and education to how he became President of the United States and what he achieved. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children"--Provided by publisher.

"Each of the forty women profiled in this illustrated YA book demonstrates how women are capable of political and community leadership and activism. Readers will be inspired to pursue their own goals of social change"--Provided by publisher.

Tells the story of Wangari Maathai, a Nobel Prize-winning environmentalist who, shocked to see entire forests being cut down in her native country of Kenya, decides to take action, beginning with the planting of nine seedlings in her own backyard.

A biography of politician Dennis Ch?vez. Presented in English and Spanish.