first lady

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The former first lady specifically requested the sledding spot to create a place for families to enjoy Chicago’s often snowy winters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

There’s a paradox to being first lady, as Jill notes throughout the book—the risk of being seen as too involved in her husband’s presidency, or too hands-off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

A former lawmaker and party leader, she shot to prominence when she became first lady at 19, after her mother broke with her father amid corruption scandals.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The president lamented that the former first lady did not compliment his performance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

One of the phrases used to refer to Jerrie was "first lady astronaut."

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson