‘Icon of American politics’: Democrats heap praise on retiring Nancy Pelosi
Former speaker, 85, hailed as a ‘legendary’ leader who helped usher in new generation of women in politicsDemocrats praised Nancy Pelosi as a “heroic, trailblazing” member of the US House...
By Dani Anguiano · The Guardian World
Former speaker, 85, hailed as a ‘legendary’ leader who helped usher in new generation of women in politics Democrats praised Nancy Pelosi as a “heroic, trailblazing” member of the US House of Representatives , an “icon” and the “greatest speaker in American history”, following her announcement that after 20 terms in Congress she plans to retire . The 85-year-old, the first woman to serve as speaker of the House and one of the most influential leaders in the party, said on Thursday that she would not be seeking re-election in 2026. Continue reading...