1 online resource (108 entries) : 99 images, digital files.
Note
"1789-2009"--Cover.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Contents
Speaker Biographies, In chronological order (Frederick Muhlenberg to Nancy Pelosi) -- Historical Essays -- Primary Documents: Articles, Letters, and Speeches -- Timeline: 1789-2009 -- Appendices.
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Summary
Beginning with Frederick Muhlenberg in 1789 and stretching to Nancy Pelosi, the first female Speaker of the House, this reference work provides unique coverage of this important political position. Presiding over the House of Representatives and second the United States presidential line of succession, this position has particular influence over US politics.
