https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/07/jahana- ... gress.html
History was made in Connecticut when Democrat Jahana Hayes defeated Republican Manny Santos in the state's 5th Congressional District. Hayes, who was named National Teacher of the Year in 2016, will become Connecticut's first black woman in Congress.
Following her victory Tuesday, Hayes took to Twitter to thank her supporters and emphasize the role they played in helping her win, writing: "When I started this campaign, I knew I couldn't do it alone but I asked you to trust me with your vote and to trust me with your voice. You joined me on this journey and I thank every person who also believed that we are much better together."
Hayes was far more direct, saying, "I would not vote for Nancy Pelosi."
tl;dr historic first black congresswoman proves to be typical politician. all of the hype surrounding first-this and first-that candidates, while newsworthy and generally a good thing, receive undue amounts of attention and praise
