Category: Politics
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Anita R. Ashford becomes Port Huron’s first African-American mayor, focusing on growth, unity, and housing improvements.
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Shaneka Henson is set to make history as Anne Arundel County’s first Black woman in the Maryland State Senate.
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Alexcia Cox makes history as the first Black woman state attorney for Florida’s 15th Judicial Circuit, focusing on justice and safety.
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Nicole Roberts, Pennsauken’s first Black woman mayor, is empowering her community through public safety and growth initiatives.
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Vanessa Roberts Avery, the first Black woman to serve as Connecticut’s U.S. Attorney, leaves a legacy of justice and leadership, highlighted by major fiscal recoveries and impactful community initiatives.
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Mary Sheffield campaigns to become Detroit’s first woman mayor with a focus on affordable housing and community revitalization. Her vision includes equitable growth and increased civic engagement.
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Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry has been sworn in as the first African-American female chairwoman of Clayton County, Georgia. Her leadership promises to bring positive change and growth to the community.
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Alyia Gaskins is sworn in as Alexandria’s first Black woman mayor. She focuses on safety, flooding, affordability, and inclusivity while honoring the city’s history.
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Katrina Hobbs Everett has made history as Haverhill’s first Black woman elected to the City Council. Learn about her political journey and her vision for the future of the city.
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Quinton Law, Moorestown’s Deputy Mayor, is set to become the town’s first Black mayor in January, marking a historic moment in Moorestown’s leadership.
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