legislators

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legislators

Davy Crockett

2008
A brief biography of Davy Crockett, in graphic novel format, that discusses his childhood, marriage, role in the War of 1812, fighting in the Battle of the Alamo, and more.

Joe Biden

the life, the run, and what matters now
2020
"Illuminates Biden's long and eventful career in the Senate, his eight years as Obama's vice president, his sojourn in the political wilderness after being passed over for Hillary Clinton in 2016, his decision to challenge Donald Trump for the presidency, and his choice of Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. Osnos ponders the difficulties Biden will face if elected and weighs how political circumstances, and changes in the candidate's thinking, have altered his positions"--Provided by publisher.

Barack Obama

a life in American history
". . . resource for readers analyzing the presidency of Barack Obama, this book provides a comprehensive summary of the life of 44th president of the United States"--Provided by publisher.
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Shirley Chisholm is a verb!

"A picture book biography celebrating the life and contributions of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress, who sought the Democratic nomination to be the president of the United States"--Provided by the publisher.
Cover image of Shirley Chisholm is a verb!

Joey

the story of Joe Biden
A picture book biography of Joe Biden, presidential nominee, vice-president and long-time senator.
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His truth is marching on

John Lewis and the power of hope
A biography about civil rights leader and longtime U.S. Congressman John Lewis written using interviews with Lewis and his family and research into the civil rights movement.

Kamala Harris

Recounts the life and political career of California senator and presidential candidate Kamala Harris.

Fly high, John Glenn

the story of an American hero
"[Relates the life story of John Glenn,] the first American to orbit Earth. He was a soldier, a family man, a United States senator, and a national hero"--Book jacket.

Promises to keep

on life and politics
U.S. Senator Joe Biden tells his life story, describing his political career as well as his parents; his first marriage, which ended tragically with the death of his wife and infant daughter; his rebuilding of his life with his second wife; his two aneurysms; and other topics.

John Lewis

civil rights champion and congressman
Explores the life, career, and impact of congressman John Lewis.

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