A pioneering African American woman who broke racial and gender barriers as a librarian and politician, advocating for education and social justice.
Born in 1924
A trailblazing African American congresswoman who broke racial and gender barriers, advocating for education, women's rights, and the poor. She was the first woman to run for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1972.
90 Years Old
A trailblazing lawyer and politician who broke racial and gender barriers, becoming the first African American woman elected to the Texas Senate and later a powerful voice in the US House of Representatives.
86 Years Old
A trailblazing lawyer and politician who broke gender barriers, serving 12 terms in the US House of Representatives and running for president in 1988. She championed women's rights and family-friendly policies.
Born in 1920
A pioneering feminist and civil rights advocate who fought for social justice and equality, particularly for women's rights, in the US Congress and beyond.
95 Years Old
A trailblazing journalist, lawyer, and politician who served as the 15th US Secretary of Health and Human Services, advocating for women's rights and healthcare reform. She was the first woman to hold this position.
Born in 1880
First woman elected to Congress, serving two non-consecutive terms, and a lifelong pacifist who voted against both World War I and World War II.
Born in 1880
First woman elected to Congress, serving two non-consecutive terms, and a lifelong pacifist who voted against both World War I and World War II.