Cheriss May/NurPhoto via Getty Images In 2018, Stacey Abrams ran for governor in Georgia, becoming the first black woman in the US to win a gubernatorial nomination for either political party. Though she lost the race, the 46-year-old has since gained political popularity with an ambitious career that includes targeting voter suppression, championing middle and lower class families, and empowering young black women. In recent months, Abrams has been advocating for herself as a potential vice president to Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Stacey Abrams has gained traction this year with her unabashed campaign to become Joe Biden's running mate in the 2020 presidential election. Abrams became a household name in 2018 as the first black woman to win a gubernatorial nomination for either political party.