legislators

Presents a short biography on American patriot, Patrick Henry and discusses his early life and education in Virginia, election to the House of Burgesses in 1765, opposition to British oppression, and involvement in the Revolutionary War.

A biography of Dr. Ron Paul, an eleven-term congressman from Texas and 2012 presidential candidate, discussing his early life in Pennsylvania, his military and medical careers, his positions as a politician, his use of the Internet to fund his political campaign, and his involvement with the Tea Party movement.

The straight-talking Arizonan comments on his heroes, such as Air Corps General Billy Mitchell, and tells how he applies their examples in his own life. He describes his experiences in the Navy, the Senate, and the 2000 Republican Primary.

Describes the internal and external forces that launched Joseph McCarthy on his political career and carried him to national prominence.

Chronicles the life of Sam Houston, discussing his momentous career in the decades preceding the Civil War as a Congressman and governor for Tennessee, his role as commander-in-chief of the Texas revolutionary army, and his two terms as president of the Republic of Texas.

Profiles the personal life and political accomplishments of Edward Kennedy. Includes information on other famous senators, quotes, photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and tips for writing a biography.

Chronicles the life of the man whose politics took him from civil rights worker in the South to serving as a United States Congressman.

A biography of Sam Houston, including his early life with the Cherokee Indians, his political career in Washington, D.C., and his role in the history of Texas.

Autobiography of the Afro-American woman who, after serving in the Texas legislature, became a representative to the United States Congress.

Relates the life of Sam Houston who was leader of the Texas army, first president of the Texas Republic, and governor of Texas.