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Dr. Carla Hayden Confirmed As The First Black Librarian Of Congress

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Dr. Carla Hayden has now made history as the first Black woman to be appointed the Librarian of Congress, The Washington Post confirms.

President Barack Obama appointed Carla to the position. She is the 14th Librarian of Congress, succeeding James H. Billington, who retired after 28 years.

Representative Barbara Lee also shared her congrats to Carla on Twitter:

What a historic moment for Black women.

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