Peggy Flanagan: A Native American Woman Making History

Breaking Barriers in American Politics

By Ernesto Londoño

Peggy Flanagan, a member of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe and Minnesota's 50th Lieutenant Governor, is poised to make history if Kamala Harris is elected Vice President. Flanagan would become the first Native woman to serve as a state's second-in-command, breaking another barrier in American politics.

Flanagan, born on September 22, 1979, has been a trailblazer throughout her career. She has dedicated her life to community organizing and advocating for Native American rights. As Lieutenant Governor, she has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development in Native communities.

Her potential appointment as Harris' running mate has sparked excitement and anticipation among Native American voters. Flanagan's election would represent a significant milestone for Native American representation in the highest levels of government. It would also be a powerful symbol of progress and inclusivity in American society.