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7 Facts About Trailblazer Shirley Chisholm, the First Black Woman to Run for President

Published on April 24, 2020

By McKenzie Jean-Philippe via https://www.oprahmag.com/

She’s played by Uzo Aduba in FX’s Mrs. America.

FX’s Mrs. America premiered on Hulu on April 15.
The show stars Uzo Aduba as Shirley Chisholm, who was the first Black woman to be a member of congress.
We delve into facts about Chisholm’s life, including memorable quotes, what Mrs. America got right and wrong, and the park created in her honor.

FX’s Mrs. America tells the story of feminist icon Gloria Steinem—and in contrast, conservative Republican leader Phyllis Schlafly, who was actively working against…

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7 Facts About Trailblazer Shirley Chisholm, the First Black Woman to Run for President

Black Women in History

7 Facts About Trailblazer Shirley Chisholm, the First Black Woman to Run for President

She’s played by Uzo Aduba in FX’s Mrs. America.

Read More: 7 Facts About Trailblazer Shirley Chisholm, the First Black Woman to Run for President

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