The most inspirational African-American firsts in politics
African-American pioneers in government and politics
LIFESTYLE African-American
Biography.com compiled some of the greatest and most noteworthy African-Americans who were either the first to hold a government position, or were leaders in their social or political fields. From the first president to the first woman in the US Senate, all of these African-Americans are trail-blazers breaking the color barrier in the US. Browse through some of the most notable African-American firsts in the gallery.