12 Most Famous Female Politicians

Throughout history, women have been shattering the glass ceiling as they fight their way into politics — the ultimate boys game. Currently, there are 144 women in Congress. Although politics don’t get as much attention as celebs in Hollywood, their impacts are long-lasting and have helped change the world. Here are the most accomplish and famous female US politicians that inspire us daily.

1. Kamala Harris

On January 20, 2021, Kamala Harris was sworn in as vice president. She’s the first female vice president, and also the first South Asian and Black VP. Born in Oakland, California, she was the state’s attorney general from 2011 to 2017, and elected to US Senate in 2016.

2. Jill Biden

Right next to Kamala is Jill Biden, new first lady in the White House. Under Obama’s administration over a decade ago, she was the second lady. She’s been an educator for many years, and has also advocated for military families, women’s issues, and the important of community college education.

NEW YORK – DECEMBER 17: A Late Show with Stephen Colbert and guest Dr. Jill Biden during Thursdays December 17, 2020 show. Image is a screen grab. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)

3. Hillary Clinton

It’s no doubt that Hillary, once a contender for president, is one of the most memorable female politicians out there. She was First Lady from 1993 to 2001, and afterwords became a US senator from NY. Then, she worked her way up to 67th United States Secretary of State, before her big presidential nomination in 2016.

4. Nancy Pelosi

Pelosi is one of our heroes, and always will be. She’s straightforward, to the point, and as smart as they come. This politician is a member of the Democratic Party in America, and has been a speaker of the US House of Representatives ever since the start of 2019. She’s the only woman to ever hold that office, the highest-ranking elected female in the history of the US.