American Woman: The Transformation of the Modern First Lady, from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden By Katie Rogers
"American Woman" by Katie Rogers is a groundbreaking exploration of the evolving role of the First Lady in the twenty-first century, with a focus on Jill Biden. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with key figures from the Biden, Obama, Trump, Bush, and Clinton administrations, Rogers provides a comprehensive portrait of Jill Biden's journey from a young woman who caught the eye of a widowed Senator Joe Biden to her groundbreaking tenure as First Lady.
Rogers traces the evolution of the First Lady's role from a ceremonial figurehead to a powerful political operator, highlighting Jill Biden's unique contributions. As the first presidential spouse to work in a paid role outside the White House, Jill Biden has blazed a trail for future First Ladies. Yet, she is also a central figure in her husband's presidential legacy, playing a key role in one of the most insular operations in modern politics.
Through deep reporting and newly discovered correspondence, "American Woman" offers a full picture of Jill Biden while exploring the broader question of what the role of the modern First Lady should be.
This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the changing dynamics of the White House and the evolving expectations placed on First Ladies in the twenty-first century. 📚❤️