Second Lady

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A Second Lady is a title sometimes used in reference to the wife of a vice president, styled relative to the title of First Lady, the wife of a president. In the monarchies, the Second Lady is usually the wife of the Prime Minister. Although no country grants any legal power to any second lady, often, their duties include the following:

  • hosting during receptions at the vice presidential residence
  • presiding over selected welfare institutions
  • accompanying the spouse in official travels
  • various ceremonial duties

According to United States State Department Office of Protocol, the term is considered an anachronism.

[edit] Other Usage

Monica Lewinsky, who was involved in a relationship with President Bill Clinton, was jokingly referred to as the "Second Lady". [1]

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