Shontell Robinson makes history as Forsyth County’s first African American woman county manager, promising inclusive governance and community engagement through countywide listening sessions.
Carol Moseley Braun, the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, has taken on a new role as chair of the United States African Development Foundation, championing diversity and overcoming biases in leadership roles while energizing Black…
The historic moment as Speaker Joe Tate becomes the first Black Speaker of the House in Michigan’s history. Explore Tate’s trailblazing journey, the challenges of bipartisanship in a divided legislature, and the evolving diversity of Michigan’s political landscape.
Guillermo Nurse’s historic victory as North Carolina’s first Latino mayor and Oxford’s first Black mayor marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political landscape. Explore Nurse’s journey to city hall, his commitment to unifying Oxford, and his vision…
Alicia Atkins becomes the first Black woman elected as chair of the Henrico School Board. Explore her journey from initial election to leadership roles, and learn how she advocates for education funding and support services.
Discover how Stacey Stevenson made history as the first Black Chief Executive Officer at Family Equality, leading with compassion and conviction in advancing LGBTQ+ rights and equality. Learn about Stevenson’s personal journey and their vision for creating positive…
The remarkable story of Ukeme Awakessien Jeter, who broke barriers as the first person of color elected mayor of Upper Arlington. Discover how she navigated challenges and championed inclusive governance, reshaping the community’s political landscape for a brighter…
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…
The Las Vegas Raiders have made NFL history by assembling the league’s first-ever all-Black leadership team, featuring Sandra Douglass Morgan as president, Antonio Pierce as interim head coach, and Champ Kelly as interim general manager