An Interview with Margaret Chase Smith

Senator Margaret Chase Smith (Republican-Maine), the first woman to ever serve in both the House and the Senate, talks to Howard Langer about life in the Senate, women in politics, and her decision-making process for votes. At the time of the interview, Sen. Smith was the only woman in the Senate, and she notes several “free services and facilities” provided only to male senators. Sen. Smith puts a positive spin on the unequal treatment, though. “I like it this way because it establishes beyond the slightest doubt that I am the most economical member of the Senate; I cost the taxpayers less than any of the other 95 men senators,” she said. Liner notes include a transcription of the interview and a teaching guide.

Track Listing

101	Introduction	Margaret Chase Smith	03:21
102	Women in National Politics	Margaret Chase Smith	02:05
103	Working Day-Year	Margaret Chase Smith	03:20
104	Senator's Mail	Margaret Chase Smith	01:38
201	Voting on Bills	Margaret Chase Smith	03:00
202	Women in Local Politics	Margaret Chase Smith	01:14
203	Legislation	Margaret Chase Smith	00:49
204	Young People and Education	Margaret Chase Smith	01:31
205	For Young People	Margaret Chase Smith	00:51