Who was the first woman elected to both the US House of Representatives and the US Senate?

Without any search, I know that was Margaret Chase Smith, a wonderful, dignified person.

Eight minutes this time, more like your usual self.

Of course, SR is right, both in his answer and description, but he left out courageous and principled. Note that she was "the first Senator to criticize and challenge the tactics of Senator Joseph McCarthy."


Margaret Chase Smith