Summary
From the very heights of government and diplomacy, to fierce advocacy for democracy and refugees, Madeleine Albright set a new and trailblazing standard. The first woman to become secretary of state died on March 23 in Washington, but leaves an impressive legacy. Nick Schifrin reports and Judy Woodruff speaks with former President Bill Clinton by phone to discuss her life and career.Five Facts
- Who was Madeleine Albright, and what role did she serve in U.S. government?
- What is a secretary of state?
- When and Where did Albright grow up?
- Why why Albright's time serving as secretary of state a notable first?
- How might Albright's role in U.S. history be remembered, according to this piece?
Focus Questions
What do you think is most important about Albright's legacy? What decisions of hers seem to have the most significance for world events today? Media literacy: What aspects of Albright's time in power would you like to know more about? How could you find out more?For More
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