‘A Catalyst for Change.’ This is how we describe Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm and her everlasting impact on this country. Shirley Chisholm, in 1972, announced her candidacy for the Democratic Party’s nomination to become President of the United States. And my presence before you now symbolizes a new era in American political history. I am the candidate of the people of America. I do not intend to offer to you the tired and glib clichés, which for too long have been an accepted part of our political life. I stand here now without endorsements from many big name politicians or celebrities or any other kind of prop. I am not the candidate of any political bosses or fat cats or special interests. I am not the candidate of the women’s movement of this country, although I am a woman, and I am equally proud of that. By daring to be herself, Shirley Chisholm shows how one person forever changed the status quo.I am not the candidate of Black America, although I am Black and proud. In this frank assessment, “Fighting Shirley” recalls how she took on an entrenched system, gave a public voice to millions, and embarked on a trailblazing bid to be the first woman and first African American President of the United States.
Chisholm speaks out on her life in politics while illuminating the events, personalities, and issues of her time, including the schism in the Democratic party in the 1960s and ’70s-all of which speak to us today. Unbought and Unbossed is her story, told in her own words-a thoughtful and informed look at her rise from the streets of Brooklyn to the halls of Congress. who dared to be a catalyst of change.” Political pioneer Shirley Chisholm-activist, member of the House of Representatives, and former presidential candidate-was a woman who consistently broke barriers and inspired generations of American women, and especially women of color. In this classic work-a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today-the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. House of Representatives.”-National Women’s History Museum
“Her motto and title of her autobiography- Unbought and Unbossed-illustrates her outspoken advocacy for women and minorities during her seven terms in the U.S.
“A tremendously impressive book.”- Washington Post
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