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Much has been made of the prospect of Vice President Kamala Harris becoming the first Black and South Asian woman to hold the office of President of the United States. Harris’ rise to presidential nominee is the latest chapter in the long history of Black women’s participation in American politics. Professor Sally Nuamah teaches political science at Northwestern University. Her current research focuses on the civic engagement of Black women in the political process. Reporter: Cianna Greaves HOST: DIXON