Question

What contributions did leaders like Gloria Steinem and Shirley Chisholm make?

Answer 1

Advanced civil rights during the 1960s-1970s--these women used their positions in society to be the voice of the civil rights movements in particular the women's and African American's movements. 

Gloria Steinem co-created Ms. magazine which highlighted women's issues from birth control, abortion, education, careers, and abuse. She was a spokesperson for the women's movement and worked to introduced and advance the Equal Rights Amendment.

Shirley Chisholm--was the first black woman in Congress and the first woman to seek a presidential nomination. She used her political position to advance laws for gender and racial equality.