EPISODE · Nov 8, 2025 · 1 MIN
On this day, Barbara Jordan and Andrew Young: Trailblazers in Congress
from AURN News · host Jamie Jackson, Clay Cane, Ebony McMorris
On Nov. 7, 1972, Barbara Jordan of Texas and Andrew Young of Georgia made history as the first Black Southerners elected to Congress since Reconstruction. Their victories reshaped American politics and inspired generations of Black leaders, from John Lewis to Kamala Harris. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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On Nov. 7, 1972, Barbara Jordan of Texas and Andrew Young of Georgia made history as the first Black Southerners elected to Congress since Reconstruction. Their victories reshaped American politics and inspired generations of Black leaders, from John Lewis to Kamala Harris.
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