Jananne Sherman, a biographer of Margaret Chase Smith, sheds light on the first woman in Congress, highlighting her bravery during the McCarthy era. Neon B. Carter, a political science professor, discusses Shirley Chisholm's groundbreaking journey as the first Black woman in Congress and her historic presidential run. Their conversations illuminate the trials and triumphs of female politicians, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for representation and the shifting perceptions of women in leadership roles throughout American history.
