Chisholm '72: Unbought & Unbossed

2004

The Woman in the Window

7.3 | 1h15m | en| Documentary Shirley Chisholm

In 1968, Shirley Chisholm becomes the first black woman elected to Congress. In 1972, she becomes the first black woman to run for president. Shunned by the political establishment, she's supported by a motley crew of blacks, feminists, and young voters. Their campaign-trail adventures are frenzied, fierce and fundamentally right on!

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7.3 | 1h15m | en| Documentary
Synopsis

In 1968, Shirley Chisholm becomes the first black woman elected to Congress. In 1972, she becomes the first black woman to run for president. Shunned by the political establishment, she's supported by a motley crew of blacks, feminists, and young voters. Their campaign-trail adventures are frenzied, fierce and fundamentally right on!

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Cast

Shirley Chisholm

Director

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Public Broadcasting Service

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