Shirley Chisholm

Shirley Chisholm became the first African American woman elected to Congress, representing New York in 1964. She fought for racial and gender equality, healthcare and social workers, and improving the education system.

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Shirley Chisholm became the first African American woman elected to Congress, representing New York in 1964. She fought for racial and gender equality, healthcare and social workers, and improving the education system.

Liya Zhang, Staff Writer
February 20, 2023