Hear our Democracy Fellow Bre share the story of Patsy Mink in honor of AAPI Heritage Month. ⭐️ Patsy Mink was the first Asian American woman elected to statewide office in the U.S., and later the first woman of color in Congress. Throughout her career, she championed gender equity, racial justice, bilingual education, and led the fight for Title IX, opening doors for millions of young people. Though she passed in 2002, her legacy continues to shape the communities she uplifted and the movements she helped spark. 💐 If learning about Patsy Mink’s impact inspires you to take action, head to the link in our bio to get your school ready to vote. 🔗 #patsymink #aapiheritagemonth #youthvoicesmatter