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Maine's first Somali American lawmaker, Deqa Dhalac, won’t run for re-election due to racism, harassment, and threats, endorsing Jason Shedlock as her successor.
Maine Democratic Representative Deqa Dhalac, the first Somali American lawmaker in the state, announced she won’t seek re-election, citing a hostile and unsafe environment marked by racism, harassment, and threats.
She cited national patterns targeting Black and Brown elected officials, including recent attacks on Somali-American leaders, and said the emotional and physical toll has been significant.
Dhalac, who served since 2022 and previously led South Portland’s city government, emphasized her commitment to justice and equity beyond office.
She endorsed Jason Shedlock, a labor advocate, to succeed her.
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La primera legisladora somalí-estadounidense de Maine, Deqa Dhalac, no se postulará a la reelección debido al racismo, el acoso y las amenazas, respaldando a Jason Shedlock como su sucesor.