Shirley Chisholm: Portrait Of A Pioneer
Tell Me More explores stories of prominent women in its series Tell Me More About Women's History.
Forty years ago, Shirley Chisholm became the first African-American woman to be sworn in to Congress. In 1972, Chisholm also became the first black presidential candidate for a major political party. The program offers a remembrance.
Web extra: Watch as Congress unveils Shirley Chisholm's official portrait.