History of the United States II / Unit 15 USH2 2116 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The National Women's Political Caucus
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The idea
In nineteen seventy-one Shirley Chisholm, Bella Abzug, Myrlie Evers-Williams and Gloria Steinem, with other feminists, formed the National Women's Political Caucus to elect women and draw them into party politics.
In practice
Women raising money for female candidates, as the anchor describes.
Where people slip
The anchor credits the caucus with helping many women win office.
Your place on the trail
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