51. Shirley Chisholm & her many firsts

Update: 2022-01-04

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In 1968, Shirley Chisholm became the first woman of African descent to be elected to the United States Congress. She served for many years and dedicated herself to bettering the lives of countless people of all ages and races.

1st black candidate to run for a major party's nomination for president

1st woman to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination

1st woman to appear in a US presidential debate

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51. Shirley Chisholm & her many firsts

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51. Shirley Chisholm & her many firsts