NYC Delegates Reflect on Historic Moments: From Shirley Chisholm to Kamala Harris

Brooklyn Delegates Witness History: From Shirley Chisholm to Kamala Harris

Dr. Una Clarke, a longtime friend of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to seek the Democratic Presidential nomination in 1972, shared her powerful reflections on the historic moment witnessed at the DNC. Fifty-two years after Chisholm's groundbreaking campaign, the DNC saw another historic event: the first Black woman accepting the Democratic nomination for president.

Dr. Clarke, along with her daughter Rep. Yvette Clarke, both Democratic legislators, emphasized the profound significance of this moment for women of color. They highlighted the continued relevance of Shirley Chisholm's legacy, emphasizing her bravery and paving the way for future generations.

Dr. Clarke's journey from being one of the first Caribbean-born women to serve on the New York City Council to her daughter, Yvette, succeeding her in the same Brooklyn district that Chisholm once served, underscores the impact of Chisholm's legacy on their own careers.

The mother-daughter duo, collectively, have served as delegates for Democratic presidential candidates since 1984, including Bill Clinton, Al Gore, Barack Obama, Hilary Clinton, and now Kamala Harris.