women legislators

Describes the busy life of Senator Dianne Feinstein of California, seen through the eyes of her six-year-old granddaughter.

Presents a brief biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton, and includes information on her early life in the suburbs of Chicago, her school and college life, how she met Bill Clinton, and her continuing political career.

Biographies of ten pathbreaking women who have served in Congress: Jeannette Rankin, Margaret Chase Smith, Shirley Chisholm, Bella Abzug, Barbara Jordan, Patricia Schroeder, Millicent Fenwick, Barbara Mikulski, Nancy Kassebaum, and Geraldine Ferraro.

Offers a brief overview of the life of Hillary Clinton, discussing her schooling, career as a lawyer, marriage to Bill Clinton, years as First Lady, controversial decision to stand by her husband after his infidelity was revealed, political views, and presidential aspirations.

Offers a brief overview of the life and political career of Margaret Chase Smith, discussing her childhood, schooling, marriage, years in Congress and the Senate, presidential campaign, and impact on American history.

A biography of Congresswoman Gabby Giffords and her husband, astronaut Mark Kelly, covering their relationship, careers, childhood and families, and her struggle to recover after an assassination attempt on her life.

Chronicles the life of Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, covering such topics as her father's political career, her marriage and family, her volunteer work for the Democratic Party, and her start in the House of Representatives.

Hillary Rodham Clinton tells her life story, describing her dedication to social causes, her relationship with her husband, and her accomplishments and difficult periods as First Lady.

Surveys the life and career of the African-American woman from Texas who became a lawyer, state legislator, and member of the United States Congress.

A career profile of Hillary Rodham Clinton, discussing her childhood and schooling in the Midwest, her emergence as a leader in college, her marriage to Bill, her experiences as a lawyer and political wife, and her post-White House entry into politics as a senator and presidential candidate.