First Lady of the United States

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    Roosevelt” Book, Inc. The World Book Encyclopedia. 2009 ed. Chicago, IL: World Book, 2009. Print. "Miller Center." Anna Eleanor Roosevelt-. Web. 20 Dec. 2015. . Eleanor Roosevelt Eleanor Roosevelt was one of the most well known first lady. She did not grow up in a wealthy family. Her parents died when she was young so she went to go and live with her grandmother. Eleanor Roosevelt was born on October 11, 1884, New York. Her real name was Anna Eleanor Roosevelt but her parents started

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    voiced in the Declaration produce an illusion that everyone who comes to the United States can achieve greatness. Residing in the United States gives people the opportunities and resources to strive to become someone important. According to the article, “Class of America-2012” Gregory Mantsios argues that everyone in the United States has an equal opportunity to succeed. In the case of the former first lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, it is true. Although Michelle Obama is an African American

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    created the role of the first lady from nothing. They were able to put content into a role that did not even exist beforehand. when there was no one that came before to teach them. Known as the first three first ladies, Martha Washington, Abigail Adams, and Dolley Madison defined the role of the first lady to society before anyone else had the chance to. By handled hostess duties, a position in politics, and a X public image, they set the example for the many future first ladies to come. George Washington

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    “The first lady is an unpaid public servant elected by one person - her husband.” Lady Bird Johnson. First ladies tend to be looked upon as simply public figures or as support for the president. Not many recognize the sacrifice first ladies make for their country, or the work they have been volunteered to carry out. Their jobs are much more than living in the White House, selecting the proper china for certain company, or memorizing the names of the many wives of certain foreign leaders. Much on

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    Abigail Smith Adams

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    She lived in a rich family, and her parents had lots of money. She is known as a silent hero to the country. Abigail Adams was the wife of John Adams, the first Vice President, and the second President of the United State. She was important for being an unofficial adviser of John Adams and her extensive correspondence. She was a former first lady as a writer. In her time back then, it was normal for girls for not attending school. But Abigail was educated at home by her father and grandfather. She

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    Indestructible Lady Being a strong, well-educated woman in the 1900s was a complex struggle, between fighting inequality and facing local communities. Jackie Kennedy was a perfect symbol of the essential First Lady in the American society. Her influential political attitude and actions as a civil-rights figure made dramatic changes in the American society. She fought for women’s rights and she showed the world how American women should be. Jackie Kennedy was a symbol of the First Lady. She was married

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    While Abigail Adams and Michelle Obama are two First Ladies that came from different eras and very different backgrounds. However, they are also similar in some key ways: 1) They were both first ladies of the United States of America. 2) They both supported and campaigned for women’s rights. 3) Both women had some experience before taking on the role of First Lady that helped them to be more prepared. 4) Before becoming first lady Michelle Obama was the wife of a senator and Abigail Adams was

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    Eleanor changed the way we view our first lady. We now know them as independent women who happen to have their husbands in Office. They take charge of changing the United States for the better of the citizens of the United States. Eleanor is the niece of the former president Theodore Roosevelt. She was born into wealthy New York family. Her father Elliott Roosevelt was a alcoholic and had a narcotic addiction. When their family went overseas for a vacation they sent Elliott to an asylum in France

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    woman who worked for equality and human rights. Not only did Eleanor Roosevelt make a huge impact on America, she made a huge impact on the world. Because of Eleanor Roosevelt’s diligent personality and persistency, she transformed the role of the First Lady for people today, changed women’s rights, and improved worldwide injustices, which makes her the greatest hero we have read about. As a young child, Roosevelt was very timid and was never interested in politics. Her mom referred to her as the

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    the pride of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the United States of America Mr. Zalmay Khalillzad, I happen to be one of the most miserable sons of a bitch you can find on the face of the Earth. Of course not only according to His Honorable Pope Francis, but also millions of Americans, Afghans, Mexicans and over a billion and a half of human beings living around the world seeking Him as Muslims, including President of the United States of America, His Majesty, President Rouhani, President Abdullah

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