No. 78: Minyon Moore
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What if I told you there’s a woman behind the scenes who has shaped some of the most pivotal moments in American politics? Meet Minyon Moore, the strategist and power broker who has been a driving force in Democratic politics for decades.
Welcome back to the "100 Historic Black Women You Should Know By Election Day Series." I’m Shae, a PhD Candidate at Harvard, and today, we’re spotlighting Minyon Moore, a woman whose influence has been felt from the White House to grassroots campaigns across the country.
Minyon Moore is a name you might not hear every day, but her impact is undeniable. As one of the highest-ranking African American women ever to work in the White House, she served as Director of White House Political Affairs under President Bill Clinton. But her influence doesn’t stop there. Moore has been a senior political advisor to numerous Democratic candidates, including Jesse Jackson, Al Gore, and Hillary Clinton, helping to shape strategies that resonate with voters nationwide.
Moore also held the position of CEO of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), where she worked to expand the party’s outreach to communities of color, ensuring that African American voices were heard and respected in the highest corridors of power. Her efforts have had a lasting impact, as the Democratic Party continues to rely on the frameworks she helped establish.
Moore’s expertise goes beyond campaign strategy—she’s been a mentor to the next generation of Black political leaders, ensuring that the doors she helped open remain open for others. As a partner at Dewey Square Group, she continues to be a key figure in political consulting, advocacy, and media strategy, particularly in mobilizing African American voters. Today, August 19, 2024, Moore will be serving as Chair of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in her hometown of Chicago.
For decades, Minyon Moore has played a critical role in engaging women in the political process and leading fundraising efforts. She’s been empowering women to take the lead in politics long before it was a trending topic!
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