Quote by Paula Poundstone

The position of First Lady has no rules, just precedent, so its evolution has been at a virtual standstill for years. If Martha Washington didn't do it, then no one is sure it should be done.

The position of First Lady has no rules, just precedent, so

Summary

This quote highlights the lack of established guidelines for the role of the First Lady. Unlike official positions, the duties and responsibilities of the First Lady have been shaped only by historical examples, resulting in a stagnant evolution of the role over the years. The quote suggests that Martha Washington, the first First Lady, set an influential precedent, thereby establishing unwritten expectations for those who followed. This lack of clear rules contributes to the uncertainty surrounding the desired actions and initiatives of the First Lady in modern times.

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