On this day, Pearl Stewart became the first African American woman to serve as editor of a major metropolitan daily newspaper—the Oakland Tribune, which at the time had a circulation of over 100,000. Her appointment marked a significant milestone in journalism and representation in American media leadership.
Stewart, a former reporter for the San Francisco Chronicle, emphasized diversity in news coverage and newsroom staffing during her tenure. Her leadership helped pave the way for more inclusive perspectives in mainstream media.
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