Asked by Mamik Luthra on Sep 27, 2024
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Who was only the second black senator of the twentieth century and the first ever black woman to serve in the Senate?
A) Maxine Waters
B) Carol Mosely Braun
C) Mary Frances Berry
D) Anita Thomas
Black Senator
A member of the United States Senate who identifies as African-American, representing one of the fifty states in legislative matters.
Carol Mosely Braun
The first African American woman to serve as a U.S. Senator, representing Illinois and breaking barriers for women of color in politics.
- Evaluate the importance of political involvement and representation among African Americans.
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Rosalee Swanton1 day ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Carol Moseley Braun was the first African American woman to serve in the United States Senate and only the second black senator of the twentieth century, after Edward Brooke.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the importance of political involvement and representation among African Americans.