That includes a brief stint as mayor of San Diego, one of the nation’s largest cities.
During her tenure as Senate leader, Democrats have grown their caucus to 32 out of 40 seats — their largest majority since 1883.
She got her chance when her twin sister joined the Navy and was stationed in San Diego.
In San Diego, Atkins was director of a women’s health clinic that performed abortions.
She was also politically active, working to help elect Christine Kehoe to the San Diego City Council.
Persons:
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Organizations:
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Locations:
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