Up for the challenge: Sumter Kiwanis Club names Patina Calhoun 1st African American female president-elect
She shares her thoughts on the accomplishment and plans for tenure
BY ALAYSHA MAPLE
alaysha@theitem.com
alaysha@theitem.com
Posted 3/6/24
In 1952, Sumterite Charlotta Spears Bass, a journalist and social activist, changed the face of political possibilities as the first African American female vice-presidential candidate in the United States. Four years later in 1956, Clarendon County …
This item is available in full to subscribers
Subscribe to continue reading. Already a subscriber? Sign in
Local reporters bringing you local news. Stay in the know about all things Sumter.
You can cancel anytime.