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Historic Firsts in US Elections
Sarah McBride becomes the first openly transgender person elected to Congress, marking several historic firsts in US elections.
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Sarah McbrideJohn Whalen IiiLisa Blunt RochesterAngela AlsobrooksAndy Kim
- What was Sarah McBride's response to her election victory?
- McBride stated that her win is a testament to Delawareans judging candidates on ideas, not identities. She emphasized that her goal was not to make history but to make a difference.
- What is Sarah McBride's background and previous achievements?
- McBride's campaign raised over \$3 million, and she previously made history as the first openly transgender person elected to a state senate seat in 2020. She also served as the first openly transgender White House intern in 2012 under the Obama administration.
- What other historic firsts occurred during this election cycle?
- In addition to McBride's win, several other historic firsts occurred. Lisa Blunt Rochester became Delaware's first female and Black senator, while Angela Alsobrooks became Maryland's first Black senator. Andy Kim is New Jersey's first Korean-American senator.
- Who is Sarah McBride and what historical achievement did she accomplish?
- Sarah McBride is the first openly transgender person elected to the US Congress, representing Delaware's seat in the House of Representatives. She defeated Republican opponent John Whalen III and has a history of LGBTQ+ activism.
- What is significant about the Arkansas Supreme Court chief justice election?
- Arkansas will have its first female chief justice, with voters choosing between Rhonda Wood and Karen Baker. The election is significant as both candidates hold opposing views on the abortion debate.