The Career of Nancy Pelosi

In 2001, Representative Pelosi became the first woman in US history to gain election as the Minority Whip. During the swearing-in ceremony, above, outgoing Whip Dick Gephardt paid tribute to his successor.
Scott J. Ferrell / Congressional Quarterly / Getty

Making History
In 2001, Representative Pelosi became the first woman in US history to gain election as the Minority Whip. During the swearing-in ceremony, above, outgoing Whip Dick Gephardt paid tribute to his successor.

  • Digg
  • Facebook
  • Linkedin