Cynthia Ann McKinney
Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1992, Cynthia A. McKinney was the first African-American woman from Georgia to serve in Congress.
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Grace Meng
US Representative from New York
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell
US Representative from Florida
Marcia L Fudge
In 2008, Marcia L. Fudge won election to the U.S. House of Representatives. Representing one of the poorest districts in the country, Fudge’s legislative agenda focused on improving nutrition, education, health care, agriculture, and voting rights, and sought to ensure that the federal government provided support and protection for poor and working-class Americans.
Delia Ramirez
US Representative from Illinois
Denise L Majette
After defeating a veteran incumbent in the Democratic primary for a Georgia congressional seat, Denise L. Majette coasted to victory in the 2002 general election, earning a spot in the U.S. House of Representatives for the 108th Congress (2003–2005).
Diane Edith Watson
As a former educator, state legislator, and United States ambassador, Diane E. Watson entered the U.S. House of Representatives in 2001 with a wealth of public service experience. Throughout her 35 years in public office, Watson worked to improve the lives of women and children—especially those living in poverty.
Donna F Edwards
In 2008, Donna F. Edwards won a special election to become the first African-American woman elected to Congress from Maryland.
Donna Shalala
US Representative from Florida
Val Demings
US Representative from Florida