In many ways, having Jill Biden as the next first lady of the United States wouldn’t be revolutionary. The 69-year-old educator would be similar to most of the presidential spouses before her: She’s a straight, White woman who’s been around politics for decades, and holds some influence over her partner’s decisions (see: Kamala Harris).
Opinion: Professor FLOTUS? How Jill Biden would redefine what it means to be first lady
