California State Senator Sydney K. Kamlager and New York Senator Zellnor Y. Myrie have introduced a bill to honor Shirley Chisholm, the first black woman elected to the US Congress, with the Congressional Gold Medal. The bill, named the “Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act,” was introduced in the California Senate and is supported by the National Organization for Women, California National Organization for Women, and Black Women’s Democratic Club.
For a deeper insight into the bill introduced by Senators Kamlager and Myrie to honor Shirley Chisholm, and to understand the significance of this move in recognizing her trailblazing efforts in US politics, click the link below. Discover why this recognition is supported by prominent organizations and why it matters in the broader context of celebrating black women’s contributions to American history.