Peggy Flanagan

Peggy Flanagan's achievements stand out in the realm of American politics rather than entertainment. She is widely regarded as a trailblazer, being the first Native American woman to hold a statewide executive office in Minnesota and one of the highest-ranking Native women in the nation. Her election as Lieutenant Governor in 2018 broke barriers for Native women in Minnesota and the nation. Another iconic moment was her primary victory in the 2026 U.S. Senate race, which solidified her status as a leading progressive voice in the state.