Potential Black history makers on election night
Stacey Abrams
Stacey Abrams is running for governor of Georgia. If she wins, she would be the first Black woman to be elected governor in the United States. Abrams is a voting rights activist and former state representative. She has been endorsed by former President Barack Obama and other prominent Democrats.Andrew Gillum
Andrew Gillum is running for governor of Florida. If he wins, he would be the first Black governor of Florida. Gillum is a former mayor of Tallahassee and a rising star in the Democratic Party. He has been endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders and other progressive Democrats.Ben Jealous
Ben Jealous is running for governor of Maryland. If he wins, he would be the first Black governor of Maryland. Jealous is a former president of the NAACP and a Rhodes Scholar. He has been endorsed by former Vice President Joe Biden and other moderate Democrats.These three candidates are all making history by running for governor in their respective states
If any of them win, they will make history as the first Black governor of their state. Their victories would be a major step forward for diversity and representation in American politics.These candidates are all running on progressive platforms that include expanding access to healthcare, investing in education, and criminal justice reform.
Abrams, Gillum, and Jealous are all facing tough races. However, they have all run strong campaigns and have a chance to win. If they do, they will make history and send a powerful message about the changing face of American politics.
In addition to the three candidates mentioned above, there are a number of other Black candidates running for office in the 2018 midterm elections
These candidates are running for a variety of offices, including Congress, state legislature, and local offices. If they are elected, they will help to increase diversity and representation in American government.The election of Black candidates to office is a sign of progress for diversity and representation in American politics.
However, there is still much work to be done. Black people are still underrepresented in elected office, and they continue to face discrimination and racism.
The election of Black candidates to office is a step forward, but it is only one step. We must continue to work to ensure that all Americans have the opportunity to participate in the political process.
