Shirley Chisholm And The Civil Rights Movement

Shirley Chisholm first became active in politics in 1968 when she became the first African American to be elected in congress. She represented the New York State in the U.S. House of Representatives for seven terms. During her time, she focused on things such as education and social justice. She also helped form a black political organization known as the Black Caucus. She was also known for being the first African American woman to run for the Democratic presidency in 1972. Even though she was unsuccessful at winning the presidential election, she made history. Chisholm earned the name “Fighting Shirley” because she always fought for what she believed in. Chisholm fought hard for minority education and employment opportunities throughout