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Harvard's TikTok strategy; plus, Shirley Chisholm, the coalition diva

It's Been a Minute

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Shirley Chisholm's Early Life and Political Activism

The chapter explores Shirley Chisholm's upbringing in Barbados and the impact of Caribbean migration to the U.S. on her political perspectives. It discusses her challenges as a Black woman in politics, highlighting her resilience in the face of racism and misogyny. The narrative emphasizes Chisholm's ability to build coalitions and challenge societal limitations to amass power and drive change.

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