Check out this powerful image from July 15, 1942! These Black women made history at Fort Des Moines, IA, as the first 450 officer candidates in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC). It marked the first time women were authorized to serve outside the Army Nurse Corps. Source: Aframerican 1942

President Carter hired the first Black woman to work in the West Wing. Martha "Bunny" Mitchell was Special Assistant for Special Projects. She was a key liaison between POTUS and the Black press, Black women, Black leaders, Black businesses, Black organizations, and DC.

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President Jimmy Carter's administration boosted Black radio ownership. Actions by his FCC and (newly created) NTIA in 1978 led to the rise of Black news, music, and talent in the 90s. He understood the power of representation and the importance of media ownership.

President Jimmy Carter’s FCC also adopted an affirmative action plan to make sure minorities and women were represented in the media and were given the chance to work in various positions.

President Jimmy Carter's legacy in Black broadcasting is profound. In 1978, he launched the Minority Telecommunications Development Program (MTDP) to boost minority broadcast ownership. At the time, Blacks owned less than 1% the 8,500 radio stations in the US.

President Jimmy Carter set a new standard for diversity in the federal government hiring more minorities than any president before him. By March 1977, Carter's presidency had 24 minorities in top-level roles and 158 appointees overall: 15 Black, 8 Hispanic, 1 Asian. Read more:

When Jimmy Carter won in 1976, 90% of Black voters supported him, propelling his victories in MO, PA, OH, LA, TX, MS, & MD. Why? He connected with Black communities—speaking at schools, churches, street corners, and community halls. Carter’s authenticity resonated deeply.

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Media ownership matters. The Black press and Black media outlets are crucial to our democracy.