In first, black trans woman headed to Dem convention

[Natasha]

In first, black trans woman headed to Dem convention

http://www.washblade.com/thelatest/thelatest.cfm?blog_id=17384
03/26/2008

"Richmond, a college history professor at Middle Tennessee State University, transitioned in 2001 at age 42. Though she knew since age 7 that she felt like a woman, she said she didn't know the terminology — or what was possible — until later."

[Shana A]

In first, black trans woman headed to Dem convention
Richmond, a Clinton delegate, would be happy with Obama as nominee
By REBECCA ARMENDARIZ, Washington Blade | Mar 26, 3:08 PM

http://www.southernvoice.com/thelatest/thelatest.cfm?blog_id=17384

Marisa Richmond has been involved in national political conventions since 1980, when she worked on Sen. Edward Kennedy's bid for president.

But this election year will likely be more memorable for Richmond, as she is set to become the first black transgender delegate to the Democratic National Convention.