Margaret Bush Wilson ran for Congress, making history in Missouri.
On November 2, 1948, Margaret Bush Wilson became the first Black woman to run for U.S. Congress in Missouri, campaigning as a Progressive Party candidate. Her candidacy was groundbreaking, challenging the political status quo and inspiring African-Americans to consider political pathways for social change. Although she did not win, her campaign was a significant milestone in increasing the political representation and participation of Black women.