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All this talk of Democrats veering to the right, whining Americans and clipping people's gnads has given me pause and made me yearn for a time when the political process actually meant hope (forgive my cynicism) for black people.If you're too young to remember, check out this video of a sister who had more cojones than all the political candidates running today put together. I can't help but smile when I think of her and I can't help but wonder if I was born a generation too late.
Too bad Shirley Chisholm left us too soon and is not around to see this historic moment today.
In fact, go out and get a copy of director Shola Lynch's documentary Chisholm '72: Unbought and Unbossed. Yes these are different times, which call for different measures. But through the documentary you could see back then what it meant to be part of a political bloc. See the video after the jump ...
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By: dudley do Right on 7/12/2008 6:02PM
Apparently no one gives a damn about the late Shirley Chisholm!
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By: zroiand on 7/12/2008 8:44PM
No, no one cares about the late Shirley Chisholms or many other Black history makers. That's why we are always left looking stupid when others know more about us than we know about ourselves.
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By: shira on 7/13/2008 7:45AM
There are two of us.
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By: Amani on 7/13/2008 11:05AM
dudley do right, you, thank God are painfully wrong!!!! SHirley Chisholm paved the way . . .for the many who have come after her. We stand on her shoulders, thankful that she inspired and motivated a generation, that despite white supremacy, white privelege and racism, she let us know that although, many many many obstacles would be put in our way, that we too can dream of a changed America!!!!!
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By: Harold Melton on 7/15/2008 12:27AM
What in the hell does Grounded Magazine has to do with the story of Shirley Chisholm? All I see and hear is a bunch of no talking Black African Americans who probably doesn't have a voter registration card.
The continually apathy and ignorance among Black African Americans will continue to make a group of people that are less educated, occupying more jails, more unemployed, dying from more diseases.
I had the opportunity to meet Congresswomen Chisholm in Minnesota and I voted for her. Her lost of not becoming the president of the USA, can be contributed to the lack of support by Black Americans, as it will play a major part in Senator Obama race to the White House.
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By: Rozlyn Ratliff on 7/13/2008 12:07PM
Amen; Poster #2 Amani
Before their was a Hillary Clinton or Geraldine Ferero??? Their was Shirley Chisholm!" This is a beautiful moment, to reflect Shriley's memeory. Shirley's legacy should be honored and respected by teaching our children....
Shirley Chisholm was the first African American woman to run as a Presidentral Candidate....
Shirley, May you rest in peace....
Love,
Rozlyn Ratliff...
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By: Mssylady on 7/13/2008 1:39PM
I will never forget Shirley Chisholm. I saw her on tv making her historical bid for the hightest office in the world and watched in awe praying she would make it. I as a young Black girl, but could not realize the true meaning of what she did until now. God rest her soul and I thank her for the memories. I wish my parents had spoken to me about what she was doing and the importance of her courageous stance. Today I am a proud Black woman for what she did years ago before Hillary or Barack ever thought about running for the US presidency.
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By: QUEENBEE on 7/31/2008 10:49AM
I remember Shirley Chisholm as well as many other African-American individuals who have fought to break that glass ceiling. As a teacher, I continuously spoke of the contributions that these individuals have made. I didn't wait for Black History Month!
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By: yvette on 7/14/2008 6:10PM
Yes, what a grand lady!!We didn't realize what a true champion she was. Making a triumphantly run for President. She paved the way for other women and minorities. Sadly, Hill forgot. That loud mouth,misguided,forgetful, no appreciation Geraldine Ferraro, she forgot she is a minority. Lord help Jesse Jackson!!!!
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By: Al Alford on 7/13/2008 9:41PM
I am 70 years old and I remember Shirley Chisholm,and
as many other got to vote for her. She ran as a person with principals.
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