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First three women of color to serve on Columbia City Council reflect on their historic elections

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First three women of color to serve on Columbia City Council reflect on their historic elections

Source: Wis News

As the Columbia City Council begins its first full week of business in the new year, it also marks the start of the tenures for two history-making women. Dr. Aditi Bussells and Tina Herbert, who were sworn in last week, are the second and third women of color to represent the city on council.

Tameika Isaac Devine, who held an at-large seat since 2002 and left office last week, was the first.

Click here to read the full article published by Wis News on 11 January 2022.

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First three women of color to serve on Columbia City Council reflect on their historic elections - Copyright: Wis News

As the Columbia City Council begins its first full week of business in the new year, it also marks the start of the tenures for two history-making women. Dr. Aditi Bussells and Tina Herbert, who were sworn in last week, are the second and third women of color to represent the city on council.

Tameika Isaac Devine, who held an at-large seat since 2002 and left office last week, was the first.

Click here to read the full article published by Wis News on 11 January 2022.

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