The wife of the President-elect of the United States, Joe Biden, Jill Biden — an English teacher with four scientific degrees, including a doctorate — intends to continue her work at the university even after moving to the White House.
The first lady had a similar experience: she taught at the Community College of North America for eight years while serving as second lady.
“She will be a terrific first lady,” Obama said in a statement to USA.Today.
“Historically, Americans have wanted their first ladies to be in the White House and always be with the president. Says Katherine Jellison, a professor at Ohio University. «But perhaps now they will become more receptive to the idea that the president's wife can be the first lady and continue her career at the same time.»
«If we get to the White House, I will continue teaching,» Jill herself emphasized in an interview with CBS Sunday Morning in August.
However, this year she took time off when she campaigned in support of her husband.
“He has always supported my career. — Biden explained to CNN in January — And for me now it is important to support him.
Biden vigorously defended her husband and family during the presidential race. She highlighted the role of family in her tweet after Joe became president-elect, writing, «He will be president for all our families.»
Biden, 69, holds a bachelor's and two master's degrees, and a doctorate in education from the University of Delaware, which she received in 2007.
In one of her public appearances, Biden said that there is no one «right role» for the first lady, but there is a goal that she must follow.
“Americans need to feel proud of their first lady as a person who, in some way, is a reflection of their life and values. She said. “It must serve the interests and concerns of today's American women, who are mothers, spouses, employees, and struggling to reconcile all three responsibilities. I think they will identify with the first lady, who is also trying to combine all three roles. «
McBride and Andersen Brower say Biden is more prepared for the role of first lady than most of her recent predecessors, with the exception of Barbara Bush and Laura Bush.
Michelle Obama has long been a big Jill Biden fan.
“I was fortunate enough to call Dr. Jill Biden my dear friend, and I know firsthand the kindness, compassion and humor that she brings to even the most difficult situations. Obama said in a statement emailed to USA TODAY. “Through our work together at the White House, I saw Jill's passion, hard work and dedication. As a mother of servicemen and a teacher, she always set an example, treating anyone she met with sincere warmth and care . She will be an amazing first lady. «
photo: flickr / cc / Jill Biden
