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Women in Spokane Politics Through Time | Spokane News
In 1976, Spokane City Council member Margaret Leonard clashed with the mayor over closed-session meetings, demanding the right to discuss sensitive complaints without revealing identities — a battle for dignity and autonomy in politics. Meanwhile, in 1926, State Senator Reba Hurn, the first woman elected to the Washington State Senate, campaigned for re-election with a steadfast commitment to voting based on conscience and the state’s best interest — even when it meant disappointing some. Both women, separated by decades, embodied the enduring struggle and resilience of women in public…
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