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Historic Kamala Harris Candidacy Recognized in New Online Puzzles

Kamala Harris’s rise to the top of the Democratic presidential ticket has triggered creation of Harris-specific online puzzles from Sepia Features, the publisher of African American Crossword Puzzles and Other Word Games + Sudoku. The new puzzles, available on AfricanAmericanPuzzles.com, are free of charge.

Harris, the first African American and South Asian Vice President of the United States, is now officially the Democratic presidential nominee. Her historic candidacy has inspired memes and catchphrases from her supporters, and arguably has changed the dynamics of this year’s election by injecting a new level of interest and engagement. The Harris-themed online puzzles note the range of her roles in public life and touch briefly on her personal story. Solvers are invited to challenge their knowledge of Harris’s journey while enjoying the mental stimulation of solving crosswords, freeform and word-search puzzles.

The puzzles can be found at: AfricanAmericanPuzzles.com/puzzles. There’s also a new video which shows Abe Lincoln (with a little help from artificial intelligence) getting into the act of puzzling over Harris. It’s called “A ‘K’ Street Run” and is on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SepiaFeatures-k2z.

The online puzzles are examples of creations from Ophelia R. M. Banks which can be found in African American Crossword Puzzles and Other Word Games + Sudoku. The book is a unique collection of puzzles celebrating the contributions of influential figures and events in U. S. and African American history, culture, politics, civil rights and more. This book blends crosswords, word games, and Sudoku puzzles designed to entertain and educate.

African American Crossword Puzzles and Other Word Games + Sudoku not only provides engagement but also serves as a tribute to the perseverance and accomplishments of African Americans throughout history. Each puzzle is thoughtfully crafted to highlight key figures and events, creating an inspiring and enriching learning experience.

The book is perfect for puzzle enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in gaining knowledge about the African American culture. Its diverse range of puzzles offers something for everyone, whether you're looking to challenge your mind or learn more about some of the remarkable individuals who have helped shape our world.

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