Ferraro dies at 75
Published:Saturday | March 26, 2011 | 6:14 PM
Groundbreaking United States Democratic politician Geraldine Ferraro has died at the age of 75.
A family friend disclosed that Ferraro had been suffering from cancer for many years, and died in hospital in Massachusetts.
Ferraro was the first female vice-presidential candidate to represent a major political party, when she became Walter Mondale's running mate in 1984.
Their presidential bid was heavily defeated by Republican Ronald Reagan and his running mate, George Bush (Snr).
A statement released by Ferraro's family said she was widely known as a leader, a fighter for justice, and a tireless advocate for those without a voice.