Tribute to Margaret Chase Smith
In an excerpt, members paid tribute to former Senator Margaret Chase Smith who died at the age of 97. The Maine Republican became the first … read more
In an excerpt, members paid tribute to former Senator Margaret Chase Smith who died at the age of 97. The Maine Republican became the first woman to serve in both the House and Senate. She served in the House from 1940-1948 and the Senate from 1949-1973. In 1964, she became the first woman to have her name placed in nomination for the presidency by a major party. close
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