On April 16, 1973, Lelia Foley was elected mayor of Taft, Oklahoma, becoming the first African American woman to hold such a position in the United States. A divorced mother of five, Foley overcame personal and financial challenges, raising just $200 for her campaign. Her election marked a significant milestone in American politics, inspiring future generations of Black women to pursue leadership roles.
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