Unbought & Unbossed: 53 Years Later

On January 25th, 1972, Shirely Ann Chisolm announced her candidacy for president of the United States under the Democratic party. Shirley Chisholm was a trailblazer in American history. In 1972, she became the first Black woman to run for president of the United States. Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1924, Shirley was the daughter of immigrants from the Caribbean. She grew up valuing education and hard work, which helped her become a teacher and later a leader in her community. & In 1968, Shirley was elected to Congress, becoming the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. She worked hard to fight for civil rights, women’s rights, and programs to help people in need. Shirley believed that everyone deserved a fair chance, no matter their race, gender, or background. & When she ran for president, her campaign slogan was “Unbought and Unbossed,” meaning she couldn’t be controlled by anyone. She faced many challenges, including racism and sexism, but she didn’t let that stop her. Shirley inspired people by standing up for what she believed in and showing that change was possible. & Although she didn’t win, her courage paved the way for others to dream...