Work : Gain social status 1976 (First woman Pres. of Harvard Law Review)
Work : New Job 1981 (Govenor Dukakis reelection campaign)
Work : New Job 1981 (Professor at Harvard)
Relationship : Marriage January 1987 (Marty Kaplan) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Work : New Job October 1987 (Dukakis presidential campaign manager) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Health : Change in Appearance 1993 (Decided it was time to lose weight)
Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1998 (Release of diet book)
Relationship : End significant relationship 2000 (Separated from Marty)
American attorney and law professor at Harvard during the 80s, known for her brains, decisive clarity, husky voice, and spunk, the author of several books and an experienced political operative. After law school, she went into behind-the-scenes politics when she was recruited to work on Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis bid for reelection in 1981. She taught at Harvard from 1981-1987. She took over when John Sasso left the post of Dukakis presidential campaign manager in October 1987. The middle child of a lawyer father and a mother who managed a cardiologists office, Susan grew up in Marblehead, MA. and attended Wellesley. She was the first woman to serve as president of the Harvard Law Review in 1976. In that same year, she was raped, and used the experience for her book, "Real Rape," which is about victims rights. In 1998, Estrich published a diet book, " Making the Case for Yourself: A Diet Book for Smart Women." The book outlines a five-step diet plan based on her experience of weight loss. She met her future husband, Marty Kaplan, in 1983, and they married in January, 1987, when he was Vice-President of Disney Studios. They reside in Los Angeles with a daughter, Isabel, and a son, James. By the late 90s, Kaplan was working as associate dean of the Annenberg School of Communications at USC. In the fall of 2000, Estrich and her husband of 14 years separated. She created a new home for herself and her children and was quoted "I have never felt so powerful in my life - or so vulnerable." Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Born: December 16, 1952 in Lynn, United States
Susan Estrich is a prominent American lawyer, professor, author, and political operative. She is well-known for her work in politics, law, and academia. Estrich gained national attention as the first woman to run a major presidential campaign when she managed Michael Dukakis's 1988 run for the White House.
As of 2023, Susan Estrich continues to be an influential voice in political commentary. She frequently appears on news programs to provide analysis on current political events and issues. Additionally, she writes opinion pieces for various publications, where she discusses the implications of current political trends and policies.
In recent years, Estrich has been involved in various projects that align with her expertise in law and politics. She has been a part of legal consultations, served as a political commentator, and participated in educational initiatives, including guest lectures and seminars at universities. Her recent work also includes contributing to books and articles that discuss contemporary political and legal challenges.
Susan Estrich is a published author with numerous books and articles to her name. Her work often explores themes of gender, politics, and the law. Some of her notable publications include "Sex and Power" and "The Case for Hillary Clinton." She continues to write extensively, sharing her insights on political and legal issues.
Social Media Presence
Susan Estrich maintains a limited presence on social media platforms. She is more active on professional networks and through her published articles rather than engaging frequently on platforms like Twitter or Facebook. Her insights and writings are often shared by followers and media outlets on social media, broadening her reach and influence.