legislature
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Before being elected to Congress, Bass served in the California state assembly, where she became the first black woman to serve as a House speaker in any state legislature.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Murphy’s fellow representative, Democrat Zac Ista, told ProPublica he hadn’t been able to make a dent in this legislature.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
If he wins, he would have presidential immunity, though remain vulnerable to the country's right-leaning legislature -- which has ousted several recent presidents.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
There is one exception: When there is any evidence that a legislature tried to protect Black political representation, you can still win a voting rights case.
From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026
In February 1838, Angelina addressed the Massachusetts state legislature, becoming the first American woman to speak before a legislative body.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
Vocabulary lists containing legislature
U.S. Government Lingo
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Vocabulary from The Articles of Confederation
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The American Revolution - Introductory
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