African Americans in the United States Congress
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African Americans in the United States Congress
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From the first United States Congress in 1789 through the 116th Congress in 2020, 162 African Americans served in Congress. Meanwhile, the total number of all individuals who have served in Congress over that period is 12,348. Between 1789 and 2020, 152 have served in the House of Representatives, 9 have served in the Senate, and 1 has served in both chambers. Voting members have totaled 156, with 6 serving as delegates. Party membership has been 131 Democrats and 31 Republicans. While 13 member
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Americans_in_the_United_States_Congress
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2003-12-07T12:44:45Z
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2024-09-15T16:29:30Z
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