Forty powerful female politicians tell their stories in Women at the Table. Why did they run, how do they balance family life with the responsibilities of elected office, their dreams, hopes, ambitions and aspirations for their personal and political lives, as well as their futures. What legacies will these forty women have on the present and future generations of young women? "These short sketches of women's lives provide insight into what it takes to be elected to public office. Many will become role models for future generations of women leaders." Madeleine M.Kunin, former Governor of Vermont, author of "Pearls, Politics and Power, how women can win and lead. "The cock croweth but the hen delivereth the goods. Michaeline's thorough study shows exactly how legislative goods are delivered by women participating in policy creation in the Northeast. This book is essential reading for any women interested in running for political office or anyone looking for an informative well-written account of women's experiences in State politics. Rhode Island State Senator Rhoda Perry Chairperson, Health and Human Services Judiciary