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About Ayanna Pressley
Ayanna Pressley is an American politician and member of the United States House of Representatives. She represents Massachusetts' 7th congressional district and is the first African-American woman to be elected to Congress from Massachusetts. Pressley previously served on the Boston City Council. She is known for her advocacy on issues such as racial justice, economic inequality, and healthcare access.
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