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A Republican representing a heavily Democratic-leaning Massachusetts district, Margaret Heckler focused on constituent issues and women’s rights throughout her 16-year career in the House. Co-chairing the first congressional Women’s Caucus with Elizabeth Holtzman, Heckler supported legislation on domestic violence prevention and prohibition of discrimination in acquiring credit.
Margaret Heckler Bumper Sticker, c. 1975, Collection of U.S. House of Representatives