Madeleine Kunin

Madeleine M. Kunin is a trailblazing political figure and author.

As Vermont's first female governor, she broke barriers in state politics.

Her career in public service continued under President Clinton, serving as Deputy Secretary of Education and Ambassador to Switzerland.

Kunin's commitment to education and sustainability is evident in her current roles as a professor at the University of Vermont and president of the Institute for Sustainable Communities, which she founded.

Her diverse experiences in politics, diplomacy, and academia inform her writing on women's issues and political life.

Kunin resides in Burlington, Vermont, continuing to contribute to public discourse through her lectures and books.