As we enter the month of March, the Black Elected Officials of California (BEO) pauses to recognize a sacred truth: the history of California is inseparable from the brilliance, labor, and leadership of Black women. Women’s History Month is not merely a scheduled observation; it is a profound reckoning with our past and a strategic launching pad for our future. In 2026, as we face shifting political tides and systemic challenges that seek to undermine our progress, we find ou