Historic advances for minorities in US midterms

Ilhan Omar celebrates with her children after her Congressional victory.

Ilhan Omar celebrates with her children after being elected to the United States Congress. Source: AAP

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Women, Muslims and members of the LGBTIQ+ community achieve firsts in key elections.

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