The dismissals of trailblazing Black women leaders like Lisa Cook (left) and Carla Hayden (right), along with attacks on Black-led cities and officials, is revealing a deliberate effort to undermine excellence, representation and equity, sending a dangerous message that no achievement by Black Americans is safe.
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First Black Librarian of Congress must have term renewed by the 47th president
Dr. Carla Hayden, the first Black person to head the Library of Congress, may face challenges to renew her term in 2026 due to the political climate and her DEI initiatives.

