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Vor 2 Tagen · Shirley Chisholm was an educator, politician, and an author. Her autobiography “Shirley Chisholm: Unbought and Unbossed” was published in 1970, followed by “The Good Fight” in 1973. “A Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm” was published earlier this year.
Vor 5 Tagen · In 1968, Shirley Chisholm (1924–2005) became the first African American woman to serve in the U.S. Congress. She introduced the ERA in an address to the House in 1969 and spoke in favor of its adoption again on August 10, 1970.
Vor 3 Tagen · Bella, in addition to founding the National Women’s Political Caucus with Betty and Gloria (and non-Jewish activists such as Shirley Chisholm), introduced the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, which ...
Vor 4 Tagen · Shirley Chisholm, a name synonymous with breaking barriers and advocating for social justice, made history in 1968 when she became the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress. Her journey, marked by unwavering determination and a deep commitment to equality, serves as an inspiration to generations of Americans, particularly women and people of color.
Vor 4 Tagen · "The contributions of Caribbean-American heritage to our nation are rich — from civil rights-era leaders like Shirley Chisholm and our glass-shattering Vice President Kamala Harris to beloved music, food, and culture," said Congresswoman Joyce Beatty. "As we commemorate June as Caribbean-American Heritage Month, I proudly celebrate and support solidarity between the Caribbean and African ...
Vor 4 Tagen · Until about 1966, the Civil Rights Movement led by Dr. King and the other national Black organizations focused on ending segregation, changing racist attitudes, advancing equality under the law, and securing the vote. Because of the system of Jim Crow laws, the Movement’s attention was largely on the South. Protests also highlighted economic inequalities and jobs and demanded government ...
Vor 4 Tagen · This selection finds him in the maturity of his career, at a turning point in the civil rights movement. After the landmark legislative successes of 1964 and 1965, disagreements about the next phase deepened within the black freedom movement.
