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Today in 1964, a Teacher-Organizer Became Assemblywoman

Today in 1964, a Teacher-Organizer Became Assemblywoman

“I was the best-qualified nominee, and I was not going to be denied because of my sex.” —-Shirley Chisholm, reflecting on her decision to run for the NY State Assembly. Shirley Chisholm addressing the other members of the New York State Assembly in Albany. [Source: New York State Archives].On November 3rd, 1964 Shirley Chisholm won her election to become Assemblywoman for New York’s 17th assembly…

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The Project is Seeking it's First Shirley Chisholm Intern

The Project is Seeking it’s First Shirley Chisholm Intern

The Shirley Chisholm Project is preparing for some exciting initiatives for the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023, and we are looking for a Brooklyn College Student to join our team as the inaugural Shirley Chisholm Intern. This is a paid internship opportunity. If you are (or know of) a Brooklyn College student who is interested in social activism, women’s history and/or African-American history, please…

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"I Have Paved the Way:" Today in 1972, Shirley Chisholm Makes Her Mark at the Democratic National Convention

“I Have Paved the Way:” Today in 1972, Shirley Chisholm Makes Her Mark at the Democratic National Convention

http://chisholmproject.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/On-June-13th-1972-Shirley-Chisholm.mp4 As a presidential candidate 50 years ago, Shirley Chisholm made a solemn vow to the marginalized people of America: she would not yield, she would not stop, and she would take her fight all the way to the Democratic National Convention. She believed that Black people and other racial minorities, women and…

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Today in 1972, Shirley Chisholm Declares 'a New Era' in U.S. Politics

Today in 1972, Shirley Chisholm Declares ‘a New Era’ in U.S. Politics

“We are entering a new era in American politics in which we must, as Americans, demand stature and size from our national leadership—leadership which is fresh, leadership which is open, and leadership which is receptive to the problems of all Americans.” [From Shirley Chisholm’s campaign announcement. January 25th, 1972] On January 25th 1972, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm made a momentous…

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New Year's 2022: Remembering the Life of Shirley Chisholm

New Year’s 2022: Remembering the Life of Shirley Chisholm

“I am, and always will be, a catalyst for change.” On New Year’s Day seventeen years ago, just over a month after her 81st birthday, Shirley Chisholm made her transition to become an ancestor. While on this earth, Shirley Chisholm sought to, in her words, “ameliorate the human condition” through her work in New York City’s daycares, public schools and college campuses, from the New York State…

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Today in History, A Catalyst for Change is Born

Today in History, A Catalyst for Change is Born

Ninety-seven years ago today, Shirley Anita St. Hill was born in Brooklyn to working-class Guyanese and Barbadian immigrants. In some accounts, it has been said that a diviner saw young Shirley St. Hill at four-years old and predicted that she would become a leader of her people. Furthermore, we know it was the strength of her grandmother Emaline Seale, the leadership qualities of her mother Ruby…

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On Chisholm's 97th Birthday & Giving Tuesday 2021, Support the Work of the Chisholm Project!

On Chisholm’s 97th Birthday & Giving Tuesday 2021, Support the Work of the Chisholm Project!

This year, Giving Tuesday falls on the same day as Hon. Shirley Chisholm’s 97th birthday. As we celebrate her life of activism, public service, civic education and scholarship, the Chisholm Project would like your support in promoting and preserving her legacy. The Chisholm Project has a lot planned in 2022, and we would appreciate your support! OUR MISSION: Under the leadership of Dr. Zinga…

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Remembering Chisholm's Triumph of 1968

Remembering Chisholm’s Triumph of 1968

On November 5th 1968, Shirley Chisholm braved personal adversity & significant political obstacles to defeat renowned civil rights leader James Farmer and become the first Black woman elected to Congress of the United States. She launched her campaign with the hopes and support of Brooklyn’s underrepresented and dispossessed. Once winning her election to Congress she sought to be a stateswoman…

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Today in 1972: Chisholm's Name Entered into Nomination and into History

Today in 1972: Chisholm’s Name Entered into Nomination and into History

Shirley Chisholm waving to the delegates of the Democratic National Convention in July 1972 On July 13th 1972, Shirley Chisholm’s name was officially entered into nomination for the U.S. presidency at the Democratic National Convention at Miami Beach. That day, she became the very first woman or African-American to have her name entered into nomination at a major party convention. The Shirley…

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50 Days Later, Ma'Khia Bryant Still Deserves Justice

50 Days Later, Ma’Khia Bryant Still Deserves Justice

Ma’Khia Bryant [lower, right] and her sister Ja’Niah.It has been fifty days since 16-year old Ma’Khia Bryant was shot four times by Columbus police officer Nicholas Reardon mere seconds after arriving at her foster home. We are still awaiting for Ma’Khia Bryant to receive justice for a senseless death.  Justice is not only confined to the prosecution of Officer Reardon but also the foster care…

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“She was a Revolutionary”: Dr. Fraser; Congresswomen Lee & Bush Discuss Shirley Chisholm in a History Channel Documentary

“She was a Revolutionary”: Dr. Fraser; Congresswomen Lee & Bush Discuss Shirley Chisholm in a History Channel Documentary

Dr. Zinga A. Fraser joins Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA), Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) in a short-form documentary on Shirley Chisholm’s presidential campaign produced this month by the History Channel.  In that documentary, “Shirley Chisholm: A Groundbreaking Legacy”, Dr. Fraser characterizes Shirley Chisholm as a Black woman who “dared to be herself,” and a coalition-builder who sought to activate the…

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There is Nothing Accidental About This System. Justice for Daunte Wright.

There is Nothing Accidental About This System. Justice for Daunte Wright.

Yet another Black life, family and community is devastated by what Shirley Chisholm years ago described as “rampaging police brutality in the Black community” This time, a young Black man by the name of Daunte Wright was killed needlessly by police in Brooklyn Center, Minneapolis.  In this case, the claims that his death was accidental runs counter to a history which tells us that anti-Blackness…

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Remembering Shirley Chisholm As a Pillar of Women's Political History

Remembering Shirley Chisholm As a Pillar of Women’s Political History

 Throughout Women’s History Month, the Chisholm Project continued to lead the public conversation around Shirley Chisholm’s legacy. To begin the month, our Director joined Congresswoman Barbara Lee and Higher Heights for America in a special segment of their show The Sip to celebrate Shirley Chisholm. Dr. Fraser described the Congresswoman’s dedication to Black women and the working class and…

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Dr. Fraser & Rep Lee Discuss the Personal & Political Dimensions of Shirley Chisholm

Dr. Fraser & Rep Lee Discuss the Personal & Political Dimensions of Shirley Chisholm

Yesterday, on the eve of International Women’s Day, Dr. Zinga A. Fraser and Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) joined Higher Heights to celebrate Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. While Chisholm is increasingly remembered for her now-legendary campaigns, Sunday’s panelists sought to take the story of her life further. Both panelists argued that the public narrative around the Congresswoman should be…

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Dr. Fraser & Rep. Lee (D-CA) to Reflect on Shirley Chisholm's Legacy For International Women's Day

Dr. Fraser & Rep. Lee (D-CA) to Reflect on Shirley Chisholm’s Legacy For International Women’s Day

On Sunday, Dr. Zinga Fraser and Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) will engage in a dialogue on the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm. Their discussion will be part of a special episode of “Sunday Brunch With Higher Heights” to commemorate International Women’s Day.  Congresswoman Barbara Lee is a leading voice in the progressive wing of the House Democrats and former chair of the Congressional…

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The Chisholm Project congratulates our Director, Dr. Zinga A. Fraser for her nomination as the honoree of the 2021 Shirley Chisholm Conference. Dr. Fraser is being recognized for her work to expand the public consciousness around Rep. Shirley Chisholm and Black women’s political leadership—and for her numerous contributions to promote social justice, politics, education, and community…

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A Brief Herstory of the Congressional Black Caucus

A Brief Herstory of the Congressional Black Caucus

Rep. Shirley Chisholm and the other 12 original members of the Congressional Black Caucus. Photo Credit: Moorland-Springarn Center for Research at Howard University. In February of 1971, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm joined 12 other Black U.S. Representatives as a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC). The Black Caucus began as an informal alliance of African-American…