theGrio's 100 slideshow: African-Americans leading in politics

SLIDESHOW - These 10 African-Americans' passion for politics has landed them a spot on this year's theGrio's 100 List.

Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

African-Americans have fought long and hard for political equality in America. During that time, many black leaders and activists have risen to the highest echelons of the political arena. These 10 African-Americans’ passion for politics has landed them a spot on this year’s theGrio’s 100 List.

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