In an arena historically dominated by men, for decades women have chipped away at the glass ceiling in Texas Politics. In 1925, Miriam "Ma" Ferguson was the first woman governor of Texas.

Mrs. Ross was the first woman Governor to avail herself of her privilege ... Mrs. Miriam A. Ferguson of Texas. Soon two others will be added to this list, newly elected Representatives Mrs ...

She served on the Texas Railroad Commission, and was the first woman elected Austin mayor. Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy ...