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The Life of Senator Margaret Chase Smith
0.0 / 10• 2011• 1h 26m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
The journey of Senator Margaret Chase Smith from Skowhegan to Washington D.C. included obstacles such as 1950s gender bias and McCarthyism. Along the way Senator Smith became the first woman in history to serve in both the U.S. House and Senate. Hosted by Jack Perkins, the film includes insightful interviews with Senators Olympia Snow, Susan Collins, and Bill Cohen.
Cast & Crew
Jack Perkins
Self - Narrator
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“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. the director's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
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“Every frame feels alive. The Life of Senator Margaret Chase Smith is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
