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Unbought and unbossed: at 50, Shirley Chisholm continues to inspire black women in politics

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January 27, 2022

Unbought and unbossed: at 50, Shirley Chisholm continues to inspire black women in politics

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By Anoa Changa

For Rep. Barbara Lee, part of Chisholm's legacy is how she inspired and empowered other Black women to reach higher.

Fifty years since Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm announced her run for president, she remains a shining example for Black women in politics and beyond. More than simply a campaign slogan, “unbought and unbossed” has become a mantra for Black women in politics and their daily lives.

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Anoa Changa
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Newsone
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2022
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By Anoa Changa

For Rep. Barbara Lee, part of Chisholm's legacy is how she inspired and empowered other Black women to reach higher.

Fifty years since Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm announced her run for president, she remains a shining example for Black women in politics and beyond. More than simply a campaign slogan, “unbought and unbossed” has become a mantra for Black women in politics and their daily lives.

Click here to read the full article.

Resource type
Author
Anoa Changa
Publisher
Newsone
Publication year
2022

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