Present

Black Women of First Distinction 2021

“You don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas.” Shirley Chisholm

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First African-American woman to lead the Democratic party

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First African-American woman to lead the Democratic party

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First African-American woman to lead the Democratic party

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First African-American woman to lead the Democratic party

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Dr. Timuel D. Black

Groundbreaking impact of numerous lifetime achievements.

Jesse Jackson, Sr.

Political activist, Baptist minister, and Civil Rights icon.

Spencer Leak, Sr.

President and funeral director of Leak and Sons Funeral Chapel.

Harold Washington

Chicago’s first black mayor won his historic election on April 12 1983.

“Gone but not Forgotten”

Bessie Coleman

First African-American woman to earn an International Pilot’s License.

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Help the Illinois Black Hall of Fame by showing your support today! All tax deductible donations go directly to making a difference.

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“Change is brought about because ordinary people do extraordinary things.” Barack Obama

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“Those who are the happiest, are those who do the most for others.” Booker T. Washington

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