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Velvalea “Vel” Hortense Rodgers Phillips (1924-2018)

“Image Ownership: Public Domain” Velvalea “Vel” Phillips was a civil rights pioneer in Wisconsin. She was the first African American and the first woman to serve as an elected official and as a judge in the state. Phillips was born one of three girls … Read MoreVelvalea “Vel” Hortense Rodgers Phillips (1924-2018)

Lisa Perez Jackson (1962- )

Lisa Perez Jackson, the first African American Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), brings a wealth of experience to that agency. A scientist by profession, she has spent more than 20 years working as an advocate for the better use and awareness of … Read MoreLisa Perez Jackson (1962- )

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Velvalea “Vel” Hortense Rodgers Phillips (1924-2018)

Lisa Perez Jackson (1962- )