 These women who are neither elected or appointed have demonstrated power in their own ways. My favorite First Lady is Mamie Eisenhower. As a hostess and ambassador for her husband, Mamie believed she could take some of the burden from her husband's shoulders by interacting with visitors, politicians, dignitaries, and charity groups in what she believed to be her home, the White House. You can share your favorite First Lady stories with us. Email us at 1a at wamu.org.