Margaret Chase Smith
Margaret Chase Smith was a pioneering American politician and the first woman to serve in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. A member of the Republican Party, she represented Maine in Congress for over 30 years, from 1940 to 1973. Known for her integrity and independence, she gained national recognition for her 'Declaration of Conscience' speech in 1950, in which she openly criticized the tactics of Senator Joseph McCarthy and the Red Scare. Throughout her career, Smith advocated for civil rights, women’s issues, and anti-communism, leaving a lasting legacy as a trailblazer for women in politics.
Born on Dec 14, 1897 (127 years old)
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Mrs. Kirk will more likely resemble Republican Margaret Chase Smith, who succeeded her late husband on Capitol Hill.
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