jan 28, 1972 - Shirley Chisholm
Description:
In 1968, she became the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Congress, and in 1972, the first Black woman to run for president under a major party. Chisholm opened doors for women and minorities in American politics and remains a symbol of courage, representation, and progressive change.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 28, 1972
Now
~ 53 years ago