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Chisholm, Shirley (Congresswoman)

Description: Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm speaks to an audience about the evils of racism in America. Silent footage of the audience and of Chisholm at the podium. Chisholm continues her speech, saying that Americans need to address racism and work passed the commonly held stereotypes, following the example of the younger generations.
Collection: WHDH
Date Created: 04/20/1970

New Bedford

Description: Black power graffiti. Police stand on streets corners. Members of the Black Panthers hold a press conference asking for the release of the 20 African Americans who were arrested. They accuse the courts and Mayor Rogers of being racist. Reporter standup.
Collection: WHDH
Date Created: 1969...1970

Racial Imbalance

Description: Man addresses Massachusetts state government arguing against the Racial Imbalance Law. He notes that it will be impossible to adhere to that law without compulsory busing, and therefore the law should be amended or abolished.
Collection: WHDH
Date Created: 12/08/1970