legislators

Explains the job of a member of Congress, describes what senators and representatives do, discusses how a person getselected, and introduces several famous members of Congress in history.

Follows the life of William Bradley, from his childhood in Missouri through his basketball career to his life in politics.

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 biography of the first woman nominated by a major political party to run for vice president.

A biography of the Texas lawyer and teacher who, among other achievements, served three terms in the House of Representatives, the first African-American woman ever to be elected to that office from the South.

"Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to the U.S. Senate"--Provided by publisher.

California First Lady Sharon Davis presents a story inspired by her own "Capitol Kitty," in which a feline who proudly watches over the park outside the State Capitol leads an unwelcome visitor inside the building and, instead of being immediately chased out, gets a cat's-eye view of government.

An illustrated biography of former Arizona Senator and 2008 presidential candidate John McCain, discussing his schooling, military service, years as a prisoner of war, political career, and other related topics.

The biography of Margaret Chase Smith, one of the earliest female career politicians.

A brief biography of the forty-fourth President, Barack Obama, that describes his childhood in Hawaii, law school, his early political career in Chicago, his time as an Illinois Senator, the 2008 presidential campaign, and other related topics.