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Laphonza Butler, 1st LGBTQ+ Black U.S. senator, exits office as Democrats question identity politics

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Butler, appointed to the U.S. Senate by California Gov. Gavin Newsom after the death of Dianne Feinstein, leaves office after 14 months as Rep. Adam B. Schiff is sworn in Monday.
Laphonza Butler, who made history as the first Black, openly lesbian U.S. Senator, has decided not to seek a full term in office, sparking discussions on identity politics within the Democratic Party. Appointed by California Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the seat left vacant by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein, Butler's brief tenure has been marked by her unique identity and the expectations it brought. Her exit has led to a debate among Democrats about the role of identity in politics, with some questioning whether the focus on diversity and representation overshadows other qualifications and policy issues. Critics argue that while representation is crucial, the effectiveness and policy alignment of candidates should not be secondary. This situation has highlighted the ongoing tension between identity politics and traditional political qualifications within the party.

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