Celebrating Women History Month Speaker Pelosi Milestone
National Women’s History Month highlight on Nancy Pelosi as the first woman elected speaker of the House. Pelosi from California is second in line to the presidency, with a large family and decades of public service. There are now 74 women in the House and 16 in the Senate, plus three female non voting delegates.
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Parliament Rules Assist Leaders in Congress Meetings
The speaker of the House and the president of the Senate use a parliamentary expert to keep order during sessions. This advisor helps determine who speaks and what actions follow, guiding lawmakers through procedure and rules.
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Pelosi Explains Congress to Kids and How Elections Work
The Speaker describes Congress as bicameral with the House and Senate and explains that members are elected by constituents. She notes her path to speaker, roles in leading the House, and how laws affect education health and safety for Americans. The piece outlines terms for House and Senate members and the VP as Senate head.
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