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January 1972

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Shirley Chisholm runs for president

Chisholm becomes the first Black candidate to seek a major party's nomination.

Events

  1. January 25, 1972
    Shirley Chisholm runs for president

    Chisholm becomes the first Black candidate to seek a major party's nomination.