Shirley chisholm

Ocasio-Cortez, like Chisholm before her, is driven by an urgency not typically found in American politicians.

For the first in this series, let’s celebrate Shirley Chisholm. In honor of her achievements I want to interpret some of her greatest quotes as inspiration to us all

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On this date - November 5th - in 1968, Shirley Chisholm became the first Black woman ever to be elected to the United States Congress. Her words still ring true today: “At present, our country needs women’s idealism and determination, perhaps more in politics than anywhere else.” Thank you, Ms. Chisholm, for leading the way!