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Afghan American Elected to Congress | Oakland News
Afghan American State Senator Aisha Wahab just won a special election to fill California’s 14th Congressional District, stepping into the House early to finish Eric Swalwell’s term — and she’s already gearing up for a full two-year term in November. This historic win makes her not only the first Afghan American in Congress but also the first woman of color ever elected from that district. Her platform centers on housing, equity, and civil rights — including a landmark caste discrimination bill she authored, vetoed by Governor Newsom. With a general election against Kevin Mullin looming…
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