CNN looks at the history of women as candidates for vice president of the United States—a role only taken on by three women in history, the latest being presidential nominee Joe Biden’s pick Kamala Harris. The article talks about Harris, the third woman to accept a nomination from a major party and the first woman of color, and why the pick is so significant. Reporter Kate Sullivan also discusses Sarah Palin’s history and rise before being nominated, as well as Geraldine Ferraro’s groundbreaking nomination as the first woman—and her background, including her time as a teacher, lawyer, and advocate for victims and for economic equality for women. While previous tickets with women vice presidential candidates have been unsuccessful, it’s easy to see why so many are eager to see the glass ceiling shattered—and to see a qualified, powerful woman succeed.
By Kate Sullivan, CNN
With Joe Biden selecting Kamala Harris, the senator from California becomes just the third woman to be selected as the vice president on a major party ticket and the first Black woman to be nominated.
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