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Coverage dated November 7, 2026

Today in History: November 7, first woman elected to Congress

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Today is Saturday, Nov. 7, the 311th day of 2026. There are 54 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 7, 1916, Jeannette Rankin of Montana won election to the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first woman elected to either chamber of Congress.

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  1. The Boston Globe

    Today in history: first woman elected to Congress (opens The Boston Globe)

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    Today is Saturday, Nov. 7, the 311th day of 2026. There are 54 days left in the year.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Today in History: November 7, first woman elected to Congress (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Today is Saturday, Nov. 7, the 311th day of 2026. There are 54 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 7, 1916, Jeannette Rankin of Montana won election to the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first woman elected to either chamber of Congress.

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