Hakeem Jeffries born 1970 in 2023 became the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress.

Marie P. Williams (1866-1932) in 1923 was the first Black woman to write, direct, and produce a film, “The Flames of Wrath”.

Anna Julia Cooper 1858-1964. Fourth Black woman to receive a Ph.D. On Black Heritage Stamp.

Pamela Price in 2023 became the first Black District Attorney of Alameda County.

First Black American group to perform at the Grand Ole Opry in 1974. They were also the first contemporary act to perform at the San Francisco Opera House.

Pat Norman 1939-2022. Co-founded Lesbian Mothers Union (aka Lesbian Mothers and Friends). First openly gay employee of the San Francisco Health Department.

“A Fool and His Money” in 1912 was the first movie with an all Black cast.

Dana Douglas, born 1975, first Black woman appointed to the 5th circuit.