Maya Angelou Obit.

The Most Beautifully Written Quotes From Black History

Here's to the art of wordplay and celebrating the beautiful black history quotes and passages that represent the craft of…
by Bilal G. Morris
01.24.22
Democratic US Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm Announcing her Candidacy for US Presidential Nomination with Representatives Parren Mitchell, Charles Rangel

Shirley Chisholm's Historic Presidential Run Continues To Inspire

For Rep. Barbara Lee, part of Chisholm's legacy is how she inspired and empowered other Black women to reach higher.
by Anoa Changa
01.25.22
10 itemsShirley Chisholm At Democratic National Convention

10 Shirley Chisholm Quotes To Celebrate Her Birthday

Unforgettable words from civil rights and political icon, former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, to celebrate her birthday.
by NewsOne Staff
11.30.21
"Truth To Power - Barbara Lee Speaks To Me" Screening - 2021 Martha's Vineyard Film Festival

'Truth To Power': New Barbara Lee Documentary Debuts

The new film comes ahead of the 20th anniversary of Lee's bold stance as the lone vote in the House…
by Anoa Changa
10.04.21
Democratic US Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm Announcing her Candidacy for US Presidential Nomination, Thomas J O'Halloran

Shirley Chisholm Statue Bill Introduced

Rep. Yvette D. Clarke has introduced a bill to have a statue of trailblazer Shirley Chisholm added to the United…
by Brandee Sanders
09.30.21
30th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards Gala - Arrivals

Regina King Producing Biopic About Shirley Chisholm

Regina King will produce and star in a film about pioneering politician Shirley Chisholm.
by NewsOne Staff
09.29.21
Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm

Brooklyn Park To Be Named After Shirley Chisholm

The largest state park in New York City will be named after Shirley Chisholm.
by NewsOne Staff
09.18.18
Skyscrapers in a city, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Tamaya Dennard Brought Her Own Seat To Swearing-In…

Shirley Chisholm’s spirit is alive and well. The  first Black woman elected to the United States Congress, once said, “If they don’t…
by NewsOne Staff
01.03.18
Participant wearing festive costume at Notting Hill Carnival, Notting Hill, London, London, England.

CBC Message To America: Caribbean Citizens Have “Shaped…

In this week's edition of the Congressional Black Caucus Message to America, Representative Yvette Clarke pays homage to the contributions…
by By NewsOne Staff, brought to you by Congressional Black Caucus
04.05.18
Los Angeles Clippers v Golden State Warriors

NEWS ROUNDUP: Cavs Fan Fired After Vulgar Tweet…

On Wednesday, the Twitter user @SoftCaramelKiss sent a homophobic tweet to Sydel Curry, NBA star Steph Curry’s sister.
by NewsOne Staff
06.10.16
Shirley Chisholm At Protest

‘Unbought & Unbossed:’ Shirley Chisholm Paved The Way…

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has cemented herself in history, earning more than enough delegates to secure the Democratic…
by NewsOne Now
03.15.18
Black History Month Criminal Justice Reform

Black History Month: Celebrating Black Politicians Making A…

While Black people were once turned away from voting stations, they now play an important role in upholding the justice…
by Desire Thompson
02.18.16
US-POLITICS-OBAMA

Mathematician Katherine Johnson, Slugger Willie Mays, & The…

President Barack Obama will present the awards on November 24 during a ceremony at the White House.
by ionelholloway
04.17.21

Person Of The Day: Shirley Chisholm

Mass Mutual and NewsOne join together to present 28 dynamic people that make up the diverse tapestry of Black History.…
by D.L. Chandler
04.17.21

From Shirley Chisholm To Susan Rice, Have Women…

In 1968, a woman by the name of Shirley Chisholm became the first African-American female to serve in the U.S.…
by Tamika Mallory
06.19.19