Stacey Abrams is a prominent figure in American politics, law, and activism. She gained national prominence as the first Black woman to secure a major party’s gubernatorial nomination in Georgia during the 2018 and 2022 elections, campaigns that highlighted her advocacy for voter rights. Despite narrowly losing both races to Brian Kemp, Abrams’ impact extended beyond electoral politics. Raised in Gulfport, Mississippi and Atlanta, Abrams excelled academically, becoming her high school’s valedictorian before attending Spelman College, the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs as well as Yale Law School.
Her political career began in the Georgia House of Representatives, where she made history as the first African American minority leader in 2010. Abrams co-founded the New Georgia Project to register young and minority voters and later established Fair Fight Action to combat voter suppression. Abrams’ influence transcends electoral defeats; she played a pivotal role in flipping Georgia Democratic in the 2020 election. A prolific author, her works include nonfiction on leadership and social justice, thrillers, and children’s books. Abrams continues to shape American politics through her advocacy, writing, and commitment to expanding democratic participation.