Tag: small town mayor
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Discover how Patrick Braxton made history as Newbern, Alabama’s first Black mayor despite fierce opposition and discriminatory practices. His ongoing legal battle seeks to uphold democracy and voting rights.
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Teresa Thomas-Smith made history as the first Black woman elected mayor of Palmetto, Georgia. Read about her journey from city council to this historic milestone.
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