Meet Four Black Women Inspired to Run for Minnesota State Senate by George Floyd's Death
, Alston Fizer got her master's degree in advocacy and political leadership three years ago and set her eyes on the state Senate. While Floyd’s death was certainly the impetus for Alston Fizer officially launching her senatorial campaign earlier this summer, legislative office is something she’s long considered.
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