The Folding Chair 1968

The Folding Chair (TFC)is an online publication focused on Black and Brown women in government, politics and civic engagement.

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With her election, thanks to the party’s recent revamp of its primary schedule, four of the five states in which Democrats will vote first next year — Georgia, Michigan, Nevada and South Carolina — now have Black women chairing their state parties.

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Spain was elected during the party’s convention Saturday in Columbia. She takes over in a wave of changes across state Democratic parties for 2024.

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A huge congratulations goes to Christale Spain, a longtime party operative, was elected Saturday as chair of South Carolina’s Democratic Party, becoming the first Black woman to lead the organization in what will be the Democrats’ leadoff presidential voting state in 2024.

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Do you know a Black or Brown woman that would be amazing as an elected official?!…… tag them below we would love to hear your thoughts as to why?
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While Black Women are dominating every sphere of Influence that there in… there is still a major deficit of Black Women in politics…. A THREAD #thefoldingchair

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More Black Women are leading major cities, and many more have sought Senate and Governorships.
The Folding Chair is committed to telling the stories of these Black Women, amplifying their voices, campaigns, and policies. #thefoldingchair #blackwomeninpolictics

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This week the @NYT reported that more Black Women Run for Office, but prospects fade the higher they go. Over the past decade, Black Women have made tremendous gains: Kamala Harris broke barriers as the nation’s first Black Woman and Female Vice President. #thefoldingchair

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Our foundation and mission is rooted in making sure we amplify Black and Brown voices and create a space that,uplifts, encourages and empowers our black and brown girls to grow up and be phenomenal shakers and movers in their own right! #thefoldingchair

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The Folding Chair's mission is to embolden and inspire our readers to improve their efficacy in civic engagement and public life. Our values are unshakable: innovation, equity, justice, and inclusivity for all. #thefoldingchair

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We believe that by amplifying the voices of Black and Brown women, we can guarantee a democracy that works for everyone. Join us in ensuring that Black and Brown women are a key part of shaping the future we deserve.
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Today, we continue her fight for representation and equality not just in the media space but also across all arenas of the marketplace. We don’t have to wait to be invited to the table, We are the Table! #TheFoldingChair