We Rise: Speeches by Inspirational Black Women

by Michelle Obama, Barbara Jordan, Rosa Parks

"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 ... Read More

"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) - Fannie Lou Hamer at the Democratic National Convention (1964) - Rosa Parks at the Million Man March (1995) Read Less