Lt. Gov. Flanagan among women of the year

Lt. Gov. Flanagan Among Women of the Year

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(ABC 6 News) – Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is being recognized as one of the most inspiring women in America by USA Today.

She is one of 60 women named in this year’s list.

Women were chosen for their ability as leaders, entrepreneurs, activists and trailblazers.

Flanagan was chosen for being the country’s highest ranking elected Native woman.