Pat Schroeder

An iconic Congresswoman's memoir. Pat Schroeder wa the first woman elected to Congress fromColorado, in 1972. She served 24 years in the House, becoming one of its most influential members. In this 1998 interview, Schroeder reflects with humor and perceptiveness on her years in Congress -- and how a tearful exit from the 1988 presidential race helped define her political career. Get 24 Years of Housework...and the Place Is Still a Mess by Pat Schroeder You may also enjoy my interviews with 1094 VP nominee Geraldine Ferraro and former Chicago Mayor Jane Byrne For more vintage interviews with celebrities, leaders, and influencers, subscribe to Now I've Heard Everything on Spotify, Apple Podcasts. or wherever you listen to podcasts.