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Mocha Moms Visit White House
Originally published February 22, 2012

More than 150 leaders of Mocha Moms, the national organization for stay-at-home mothers of color, visited the White House, Feb.16, 17, for a “Moms Briefing” and tour. Actress and mother Karyn Parsons also took part in the event.


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