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Historic Midterm Elections: Black Women Candidates Challenge Norms Nationwide

In the upcoming midterm elections, a record number of Black women are running for office across the U.S., including key races in New Mexico and South Carolina. This surge in candidacy reflects a growing demand for representation and challenges traditional assumptions about electability.

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