Category: Politics
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Stacy Clarke, Toronto’s first Black female police superintendent, faces demotion after helping Black officers cheat on promotions, sparking debate on diversity and integrity in law enforcement.
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Maram Makura, born in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, makes history as Rushmoor’s first black African female mayor, pledging to champion diversity and inclusion in UK local politics.
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Lyman Dawkins III makes history as Gaffney’s first Black mayor after winning the runoff election. The school principal and county council member aims to focus on city growth and development.
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San Francisco Mayor London Breed eyes reelection with growing confidence, bolstered by strategic shifts, unexpected allies, and improving city sentiment.
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Lillian Seenoi-Barr, Northern Ireland’s first black mayor, confronts racism and misogyny in leadership amidst recent riots, calling for unity and careful language in addressing sensitive topics.
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Discover the inspiring journey of Mark Robinson, North Carolina’s first Black lieutenant governor, from a challenging childhood to a historic political achievement.
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As Michigan celebrates Women’s Equality Day on August 26, 2024, Justice Kyra Harris Bolden stands as a living testament to progress. Bolden, the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court, reflects on her groundbreaking role…
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Rawlson King, Ottawa’s first Black City Councillor, leads anti-racism initiatives and champions inclusivity in Rideau-Rockcliffe, breaking barriers in local politics.
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Raleigh’s 2024 mayoral race is heating up. Two candidates, Eugene Myrick and Terrance Ruth, are vying to make history. If elected, either would become Raleigh’s first Black mayor since Clarence Lightner in 1975. The race comes as current…
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Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic presidential nomination, making history as the first Black and Asian American woman to do so. She pledges unity and inclusivity for the 2024 race.
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