Today’s feature was rather an interesting fact for me. On this date in 1922, Rebecca L. Felton became the first female senator. Georgia Senator Thomas E. Watson suddenly passed away, and Georgia’s governor appointed her as senator. She was 87 at the time. The following day, a special election was held, and she was replaced. Thus, she served for about 24 hours, but she inspired women to get involved in government.
For more info:
http://famousdaily.com/history/rebecca-felton-first-female-us-senator.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_Latimer_Felton
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