When Gerald Ford became president after Richard Nixon's resignation in 1974, he proclaimed himself "indebted to no man and only to one woman." His job was clear: to heal a nation torn apart by ...

Betty Ford, an unconventional First Lady from 1974-1977, redefined the role with her honesty and advocacy. She championed causes like the Equal Rights Amendment and women's health. Ford's belief that ...

Betty Ford, the widow of former President Gerald Ford, has died at 93 in southern California. The political matriarch became as famous for her work with drug and alcohol addicts as for her status as a ...

RANCHO MIRAGE, California – Former first lady Betty Ford received birthday messages along with her get-well cards Friday as she remained hospitalized following surgery. Ford, who turns 89 on Sunday, ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - With a military honor guard carrying her casket, Betty Ford returned Thursday to the church where she and her husband were married more than 60 years ago, a wedding that launched ...