The FBI had Huey P. Newton under surveillance 24/7, and researching “the vault” of FBI files from COINTEL PRO was heartbreaking and depressing work. That research also confirmed that he attended Diahann Carroll’s Party for Shirley Chisholm in 1972.

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So grateful for everyone who joined my DC book event! Order your copy of A More Perfect Party: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/juanita-tolliver/a-more-perfect-party/9781538770221/

As you reflect on the historic presidential campaign that Shirley Chisholm launched #onthisday in 1972, remember her humanity and her urgency. It means even more today as Black history being erased.

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We better learn the lessons of the past and the value of community if we want to have a chance at a future.

So great to discuss Shirley Chisholm’s impact and my new, “A More Perfect Party,” on The Beat with Ari Melber

I couldn’t hold back my laugh bc Republicans are a joke.