Re-election to Congress

Jeannette Rankin was re-elected to the U.S. House of Representatives on November 5, 1940, after nearly two decades away from national office. This victory brought her back to the 77th Congress during another period of looming global conflict. Her return underlined her enduring popularity and the enduring support for her perspectives on peace and women's rights. As the only woman in Congress at the time, she urged the government to consider non-violent solutions during volatile times.