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Today in History: November 7, first woman elected to Congress
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Mon,10/28/24-5:40AM , 14 Reads
Today is Thursday, Nov. 7, the 312th day of 2024. There are 54 days left in the year.

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On Nov. 7, 1916, Jeannette Rankin of Montana won election to the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first woman elected to either chamber of Congress.

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Today in History: November 6, Abraham Lincoln wins presidency
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Mon,10/28/24-5:40AM , 19 Reads
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 6, the 311th day of 2024. There are 55 days left in the year.

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On Nov. 6, 1860, former Illinois congressman Abraham Lincoln of the Republican Party was elected President of the United States as he defeated John Breckinridge, John Bell and Stephen Douglas.

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Today in History: November 5, Susan B. Anthony defies law and casts vote for president
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Today is Tuesday, Nov. 5, the 310th day of 2024. There are 56 days left in the year. Today is Election Day in the United States.

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Today in History: November 4, Obama wins presidency in historic election
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Mon,10/28/24-5:39AM , 1 Reads
Today is Monday, Nov. 4, the 309th day of 2024. There are 57 days left in the year.

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On Nov. 4, 2008, Democratic Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois was elected the first Black president of the United States, defeating the Republican candidate, Sen. John McCain of Arizona.

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