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Unbought & Unbossed: Celebrating Shirley Chisholm's Trailblazing Legacy

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In this episode, Jacqueline Twillie reflects on the remarkable career of Shirley Chisholm, who was the first black woman to be elected to the US Congress and also the first black woman to run for the Democratic nomination for president. Chisholm played a significant role in breaking down barriers and advocating for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of marginalized communities. She encouraged others to bring their own chair to the table and be a voice for the voiceless. Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception. Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.

Takeaways

  • Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to the US Congress and the first black woman to run for the Democratic presidential nomination.
  • Chisholm advocated for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of the marginalized.
  • She encouraged others to bring their chair to the table microphone and be a voice for the voiceless.
  • Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception.
  • Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Inspiration

01:26 Shirley Chisholm's Monumental Career

03:19 Trailblazing Presidential Run

04:48 Recognition and Legacy

05:42 Call to Action and Conclusion

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In this episode, Jacqueline Twillie reflects on the remarkable career of Shirley Chisholm, who was the first black woman to be elected to the US Congress and also the first black woman to run for the Democratic nomination for president. Chisholm played a significant role in breaking down barriers and advocating for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of marginalized communities. She encouraged others to bring their own chair to the table and be a voice for the voiceless. Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception. Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.

Takeaways

  • Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to the US Congress and the first black woman to run for the Democratic presidential nomination.
  • Chisholm advocated for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of the marginalized.
  • She encouraged others to bring their chair to the table microphone and be a voice for the voiceless.
  • Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception.
  • Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Inspiration

01:26 Shirley Chisholm's Monumental Career

03:19 Trailblazing Presidential Run

04:48 Recognition and Legacy

05:42 Call to Action and Conclusion

--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/winningseason/support
  continue reading

260 episodes

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