Tag: U.S. Senate
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Hiram Revels became the first African American U.S. Senator in 1870, championing civil rights and education for African Americans. Learn about his groundbreaking journey and legacy in U.S. politics.
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Carol Moseley Braun reflects on her groundbreaking career as the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate in her new memoir, sharing political victories, personal challenges, and lessons for future generations.
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Carol Moseley Braun, the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, announces her memoir “Trailblazer: Perseverance in Life and Politics,” set for release in January 2025.
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