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Carol Moseley Braun on a Travel-Filled Political Career

Jun 19, 2025
Carol Moseley Braun, a lawyer and the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, shares her incredible journey from segregated Chicago to political pioneer. She reflects on the impact of her upbringing and the civil rights movement on her activism. Braun discusses her authentic connections during her political campaigns and the inspiration from icons like Maya Angelou. Discover her powerful stand against the Confederate flag and the transformative role of travel in her life, from serving as ambassador in New Zealand to founding an organic food company.
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