... During her years of public service, Norma Paulus occupied a distinctive niche in Oregon's progressive political ecosystem. Her vivid personality and strong convictions endeared her to a broad swath of citizens. Engaging and opinionated, charming and forceful, Paulus was widely covered in statewide and national media during her eventful, sometimes controversal career. Now, THE ONLY WOMAN IN THE ROOM documents her life and work in a lively, ancedotal history that will appeal to historians, political scientists, newshounds and ordinary citizens alike.--from back cover.
Record details
ISBN:0870718959
ISBN:9780870718953
Physical Description:284 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm print
Publisher:Corvallis, OR :Oregon State University Press,[2017]
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
The early years -- Freshman in the House -- Champion of the environment -- Land-use pioneer -- A journey to feminism -- Sunshine in government -- An historic election -- Keeping Oregon honest -- The Rajneeshee Affair -- Heartbreak and consolation prize -- Oregon's Chief Educator -- A legacy of service.
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