On Tuesday, January 20, 2021, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were sworn in at the capitol during their star studded inauguration. To many this marks the beginning of a new chapter of American politics that will clean up the mess left behind

 

the Trump administration. To African American women all over the country this moment represents triumph. It marks the most significant change of the face of American leadership to one that resembles their own. Kamala Harris is not only the first woman but also the first woman of color to hold the Vice President position.