Shirley Chisholm

Shirley Chisholm was a trailblazer who broke barriers as the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress and the first to run for a major party's presidential nomination. Her motto, 'Unbought and Unbossed,' defined her career as a fierce advocate for the poor, women, and minorities. Chisholm understood that true political change required representation from those who had been historically excluded. Her legacy is one of courage and persistence, paving the way for future generations of women and people of color to enter the halls of power and demand systemic change.