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April 7, 2021

Tishaura Jones Elected as First Black Woman Mayor of St. Louis
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In Missouri, Tishaura Jones has become the first Black woman ever
elected as St. Louis mayor. She addressed supporters yesterday at a
victory speech.

Mayor-elect Tishaura Jones: "I will not stay silent when I spot racism.
I will not stay silent when I spot homophobia or transphobia. I will not
stay silent when I spot xenophobia."

Jones has also advocated a shift from incarceration to supporting
prevention efforts. She has served as city treasurer since 2013 and was
a Missouri state representative for five years.


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