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Erika Hilton's journey from rejection to Brazil's Congress

Original: Erika Hilton was disowned at 15, survived through sex work, and went on to become the most-voted woman in Brazil's Chamb

Erika Hilton, a Black trans woman from Brazil, was disowned by her family at 15 and survived through sex work before entering politics. She is now the most-voted woman ever elected to Brazil's Chamber of Deputies, where she champions workers' rights, women's equality and LGBTQIA+ rights.

Why now: Her remarkable personal story and rise to national office are inspiring widespread admiration and discussion.

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• Erika Hilton was disowned at 15, survived through sex work, and went on to become the most-voted woman in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies. She is a Black trans woman who has put workers' rights, women's equality and LGBTQIA+ lives at the centre of her politics, in a country that… · helenwebberley · 6

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