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Jeannette Rankin, 1918
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Who was the first woman in Congress?
Learn about the life and career of Jeannette Rankin, the first woman member of the...
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Jeannette Rankin, 1918
An activist and trailblazing politician.
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The history of women in politics
Discover the female politicians who have broken barriers.
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Discover the history of women leaders in this timeline
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On This Day: June 11
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