1980's Government and Law
Sandra Day O'Connor became the first woman Supreme Court Justice
On January 20, 1981, President Ronald Reagan took office. Only 69 days later he was shot by a would-be assassin, but quickly recovered and returned to duty.
Geraldine Ferraro was the first woman presidential candidate
The US Constitution had its 200th birthday,
Jesse Jackson was the first black candidate for President of the USA
On January 20, 1981, President Ronald Reagan took office. Only 69 days later he was shot by a would-be assassin, but quickly recovered and returned to duty.
Geraldine Ferraro was the first woman presidential candidate
The US Constitution had its 200th birthday,
Jesse Jackson was the first black candidate for President of the USA