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Shirley Chisholm Is Verb: The Power of Black Women's Historical Agency

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Shirley Chisholm Is a Verb

by Tanya Lee Stone

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	14577 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	21 pages

A Black And White Photograph Of Shirley Chisholm, Smiling And Looking Directly At The Camera. She Is Wearing A Dark Dress And A Pearl Necklace. Shirley Chisholm Is A Verb

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Shirley Chisholm was a trailblazing politician who shattered barriers and made history. She was the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to run for President of the United States. Chisholm was a powerful voice for civil rights, women's rights, and economic justice. She used her platform to speak out against racism, sexism, and poverty. Chisholm's legacy is one of courage, determination, and resilience.

In her book, Shirley Chisholm Is Verb, [Author's Name] examines Chisholm's life and career through the lens of Black women's historical agency. The book sheds new light on the strategies used to silence Chisholm and other Black women activists. [Author's Name] argues that Chisholm's story is a powerful example of the ways in which Black women have used their voices to challenge oppression and create change.

Shirley Chisholm Is Verb is a must-read for anyone interested in women's history, Black history, or American politics. The book is a valuable contribution to the growing body of scholarship on Black women's activism and leadership. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of speaking out against injustice and fighting for a more just and equitable world.

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"Shirley Chisholm Is Verb is a groundbreaking work that examines a pivotal chapter in early feminist history and the strategies used to silence a legendary Black woman politician. The book sheds new light on the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to run for President of the United States. Through archival research and interviews, the author uncovers the ways in which Chisholm's voice was marginalized and silenced, and how she fought against racism and sexism to make her voice heard. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in women's history, Black history, or American politics." - [Review by著名历史学家]

"Shirley Chisholm Is Verb is a powerful and inspiring book that tells the story of a remarkable woman who shattered barriers and made history. [Author's Name] does a masterful job of bringing Chisholm to life and showing us the ways in which she used her voice to challenge oppression and create change. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about Black women's history and the power of activism." - [Review by著名女性主义学者]

About the Author

[Author's Name] is a historian and professor of women's studies. She is the author of several books on Black women's history and activism. Her work has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Ms. Magazine.

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Shirley Chisholm Is a Verb

by Tanya Lee Stone

4.8 out of 5