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Sharon Pratt was the first Black woman to serve as mayor in D.C.?

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True. Sharon Pratt made history by becoming the first African-American woman to serve as mayor of the District of Columbia. Her election in 1990 marked a significant milestone in the political representation and empowerment of Black women in the United States. During her tenure, she championed various initiatives focused on improving education, public safety, and economic development in the city.
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