Category: Politics
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The story of Debbie Montgomery, the trailblazing first Black woman elected to the St. Paul City Council. From her youth as the youngest person on the NAACP’s national board to becoming St. Paul’s first female police officer, Montgomery’s…
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The remarkable journey of Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American to run for a major party’s presidential nomination. From her early life and education to breaking barriers in the New York State Legislature and Congress, Chisholm’s political career was…
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The historic inauguration of Wes Moore as Maryland’s first Black governor. Dive into the monumental moment as Moore pledges to confront inequality, prioritize clean energy, and transform law enforcement. Learn about his ambitious policy goals, the significance of…
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The historic election of Hakeem Jeffries as the first Black Congressional Party Leader, leading a new generation of diverse House Democrats. Learn about Jeffries’ journey from Brooklyn roots to Capitol Hill, his advocacy for police reform, and the…
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The remarkable journey of Kamala Harris, the first Black person and female Vice President of the United States. From her early life and education to joining the historic Biden ticket, Harris’s poise and legal skills set her apart.…
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The historic moment as Katrina Hobbs Everett makes history by becoming the first Black woman elected to the Haverhill City Council. Her perseverance through multiple council runs pays off in the 2022 election, aided by the newly adopted…
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The historic appointment of Rasheen “Roc” Williams as the first Black fire commissioner in the Brentwood Fire Department on Long Island, NY. Williams’ diverse background, decades of firefighting experience, and commitment to public service make his role significant…
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The historic election of Ed Brown as the first Black mayor of Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, succeeding Republican Mayor Brian Burke. Brown emphasizes the significance of his win, pledging to prioritize public safety, economic opportunity, and affordable housing.
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Cherelle Parker makes history as Philadelphia’s first female mayor, elected in a groundbreaking victory in 2022. Explore her early life and political rise, leading to her swearing-in on January 2nd, 2023. Mayor Parker addresses critical issues like gun…
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The impactful journey of Melvin Carter III, the 55th Mayor of St. Paul and its first African American Mayor. From his early life, community organizing, to significant achievements in equity initiatives, affordable housing, and policing reforms, delve into…
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