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McCaskill Chronicles Legislative Youth, Demands of Being a Mom and Politician in New Book

Simon and Schuster

In her new book, Plenty Ladylike, Claire McCaskill shares details about various aspects of her life--both personal and public--including her divorce, the demands of being a mom and a politician, what it was like to be a young legislator in a male-dominated Missouri capitol, her strategy to make sure Todd Akin was her opponent in her re-election campaign for U.S. Senate and more.  KSMU's Michele Skalicky talked with her about her book.

Michele Skalicky has worked at KSMU since the station occupied the old white house at National and Grand. She enjoys working on both the announcing side and in news and has been the recipient of statewide and national awards for news reporting. She likes to tell stories that make a difference. Michele enjoys outdoor activities, including hiking, camping and leisurely kayaking.