Kamala, Oprah, Michelle: 21 Black Women We’d Prefer To See Serve As President - Page 13
13. Maxine Waters

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At 86-years-old, Maxine Waters is one of the most powerful women in American politics. Her career spans decades, initially being elected to the California State Assembly in 1976 and now serving her 18th House term. When she’s not reclaiming her time, the congresswoman and top ranking Democrat is working hard on policy.