women politicians

"Tells the . . . story of Wangari Maathai, women's rights activist and one of the first environmental warriors. Wangari began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation, and women's rights. She inspired thousands across Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years and was the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize"--Provided by publisher.

"The first woman ever to issue the threat of a nuclear-weapons strike is not even officially a head of state. Kim Yo Jong is the sister of North Korea's Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un, and as their murderous regime's chief propagandist, internal administrator, and foreign policymaker, the most powerful woman in North Korean history. Cruel but charming, she threatens and insults foreign leaders with sardonic wit, issuing proclamations and denunciations in her own name, a first for any woman in the Korean royal family. She was brought up to believe it is her mission to reunite North Korea with the South or die trying. She is ruthless and incredibly dangerous. 'The Sister' is [an] account of the mysterious world of North Korea and its ruling dynasty--a family whose lust for power entails the brutal repression of civilians, a missile program that can reach the continental United States, and the constant threat of global havoc"--Provided by publisher.

Women Who Won is a celebration of 70 women from the last 100 years: politicians from around the globe who fought for election in a man?s world? and won.

"Padm? is adjusting to being a wartime senator during the Clone Wars. Her secret husband, Anakin Skwyalker, is off fighting the war, and excels at being a wartime Jedi. In contrast, when Padm? gets the opportunity to see the casualties on the war-torn front lines, she is horrified. The stakes have never been higher for the galaxy, or for the newly-married couple. Meanwhile, with Padm? on a secret mission, her handmaiden Sab? steps into the role of Senator Amidala, something no handmaiden has done for an extended period of time. While in the Senate, Sab? is equally horrified by the machinations that happen there. She comes face to face with a gut-wrenching decision as she realizes that she cannot fight a war this way, not even for Padm?. And Chancellor Palpatine hovers over it all, manipulating the players to his own ends"--OCLC.

This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Kamala Harris. Readers learn about Harris's early life, her education through law school, and her career trajectory from deputy district attorney, district attorney, US Senator, to her election as the first African American and first female vice president of the United States. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"Chronicles the many 'firsts' of Tammy Duckworth's journey, from her tenure as the first Thai American woman elected to Congress, to being the first woman with a disability to serve in the House and the Senate. This account of the groundbreaking military veteran and rising political star will inspire readers to dream and achieve"--Adapted from publisher.

"Tells the . . . story of Wangari Maathai, women's rights activist and one of the first environmental warriors. Wangari began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation, and women's rights. She inspired thousands across Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years and was the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize"--Provided by publisher.

A brief biography of Kamala Harris, discussing her childhood, education, career as a lawyer and politician, and her role as Vice President of the United States.

Presents a collection of essays selected from the "New York Times" that looks at the change in women's roles in American society.

This title examines the life and career of the lawyer and senator who was elected vice president of the United States in 2020. Harris became the first female vice president, as well as the first Black and Asian American vice president. Features include a glossary, web resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.