Hillary Clinton is an American politician, diplomat, lawyer, writer, and public speaker. She was born on October 26, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois. A member of the Democratic Party, she has held several significant political roles throughout her career, including First Lady of the United States (1993–2001), U.S. Senator from New York (2001–2009), and Secretary of State under President Barack Obama (2009–2013).Clinton is known for her work in advancing women's rights, healthcare reform, and foreign policy. She was the Democratic nominee for President in the 2016 election, becoming the first woman in U.S. history to be nominated by a major political party. Although she won the popular vote, she lost the Electoral College to Donald Trump.Throughout her career, Clinton has written several books, including her memoirs Living History and What Happened, which detail her political journey and the 2016 election. She continues to be a prominent voice in American politics, advocating for social justice, healthcare reform, and women's empowerment.