Bibliograph

Unbought and unbossed, Shirley Chisholm

Type

Label

Unbought and unbossed, Shirley Chisholm

Language

eng

resource.biographical

autobiography

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Unbought and unbossed

Oclc number

1375112746

Responsibility statement

Shirley Chisholm

Series statement

Amistad revival

Summary

In this classic work--a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today--the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York's dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. "I want to be remembered as a woman . . . who dared to be a catalyst of change." Political pioneer Shirley Chisholm--activist, member of the House of Representatives, and former presidential candidate--was a woman who consistently broke barriers and inspired generations of American women, and especially women of color. Unbought and Unbossed is her story, told in her own words--a thoughtful and informed look at her rise from the streets of Brooklyn to the halls of Congress. Chisholm speaks out on her life in politics while illuminating the events, personalities, and issues of her time, including the schism in the Democratic party in the 1960s and '70s--all of which speak to us today. In this frank assessment, "Fighting Shirley" recalls how she took on an entrenched system, gave a public voice to millions, and embarked on a trailblazing bid to be the first woman and first African American President of the United States. By daring to be herself, Shirley Chisholm shows how one person forever changed the status quo

Table Of Contents

pt. 1. Growing up. Early years in Barbados -- Back to Brooklyn -- College years -- Starting in politics -- pt. 2. Getting there. Teaching, marriage, and the political arena -- In the state assembly -- Running for Congress -- Breaking the rules -- pt. 3. Speaking out. The speech against the war -- How I view Congress -- Facing the abortion question -- The Lindsay campaign and coalition politics -- Black politicians and the black minority -- pt. 4. Looking ahead. A government that cannot hear the people -- Women and their liberation -- Youth and America's future

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