Traces the history of women legislators in Congress, providing an overview of the achievements and progress of women in the House and Senate during three separa

“An intimately told story, with detailed and thought-provoking portraits.” —The New York Times Book Review “The Firsts stands out as one of the most imp

A photographic celebration of the women of the 116th—the most diverse Congress in American history. The first woman Speaker of the House. The first female com

The presence of women in Congress is at an all-time high -- approximately one of every five members is female -- and record numbers of women are running for pub