Herb Conaway becomes the first Black representative for Burlington County in Congress. Nicole Roberts is the first Black woman mayor of Pennsauken, and Quinton Law is Moorestown's first Black mayor. These historic appointments reflect the progress and representation of Black Americans in New Jersey.
Herb Conaway is the first Black person to represent the 3rd congressional district. Nicole Roberts is the first Black woman mayor of Pennsauken. Quinton Law is Moorestown's first Black mayor.
“My adult life is one of service, and coming to Congress is a way to continue that service on national and international issues,” Conaway said. In the New Jerseyas the first Black physician to serve in Congress with voting privileges. Two prior Black doctors served in Congress as non-voting delegates, both from theConaway added that, as significant as it is, being the first, “is a sobering reality that speaks to the less positive aspects of our nation.
After marrying young, Roberts lived in Portugal with her husband who was serving in the Air Force, then returned to the United States. She began what would become a 25-year career in thefour years ago. Last year, the committee elected her to a one-year term as mayor. She assumed the office on Tuesday.“I didn’t realize how much it means to the Black community,” Roberts said. “It’s heartwarming how much support I’m getting.
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