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“Before reading A Seat at the Table, I thought I already knew the Shirley Chisholm story. As the first Black woman elected to Congress, she earned a place in history as a trailblazer who has inspired so many professional women and people of color.

Drs. Brooks and Starks capture her journey from childhood in Barbados to local politics in New York, to Congress, and a run for president of the United States. This is a must read. With examples, the authors share her personal narrative and convey how she was passionate about equality and education as she navigated racism and sexism in the United States.

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She is an inspiration to all of us who serve the public good.” —Camille M. Davidson, dean of Southern Illinois University School of Law

“Drs. Starks and Brooks eloquently documents Shirley Chisholm’s accomplishments and experiences.

This book not only sheds light on Chisholm’s impact on politics and com