We Rise: Speeches by Inspirational Black Women

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We Rise, is a rare compilation of memorable speeches delivered by celebrated African-American women from both the past and present. Spanning decades and elucidating the fight for equality, it not only captures important pieces of black history, but reveals the struggle from a female perspective. The live recordings in this captivating collection are preceded by a short biography to introduce each speaker. 

Speeches include:   · Michelle Obama at the Democratic National Convention (2008) · Shirley Chisholm on Equal Rights for Women (1969) · Barbara Jordan, “Who Will Speak for the Common Good?” (1976) · Anita Hill at Simmons College (2008) · Dorothy Cotton at Cornell, MLK Commemorative Lecture (2007) · Angela Davis, “How Does Change Happen?” at UC Davis (2006) · Fannie Lou Hamer at the Democratic National Convention (1964) · Rosa Parks at the Million Man March (1995) · Dorothy Height (Chairperson/Executive Committee of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights and longtime social activist) · Myrlie Evers (widow of Medgar Evers, Chairman of NAACP, 1995-98)