In a historic election, Aisha Wahab has become the first Muslim and Afghan American to be elected to the California State Senate.
"I genuinely think in California, it is about time. However, also at the same time, it is wonderful to see so many different community members excited," saysWahab is headed to the California State Senate as the first-ever Muslim and first-ever Afghan American elected to that body. She will represent District 10, which includes parts of Alameda and Santa Clara counties.
Many Afghan community activists, like immigration attorney Spojmie Nasiri, say Wahab's win is a historic moment for Afghan Americans. " a lot of dog whistles in the race. A lot of racism, sexism, ageism, you name it, I saw it in this race," explains Wahab.
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