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Barbara Lee's willingness to stand on principle earned her unsolicited international attention when she was the only member of Congress to vote against a resolution giving President George Bush virtually unlimited authority to wage war against nations he personally deemed capable of terrorism. Some praised her vote as heroic and inspirational, others called for her death. But this was not her only profile in courage. In addition to being one of Congress' most vocal opponents to the war in Iraq, Lee has been a leader in promoting policies that foster international peace, security, and human rights. Her principled stands include disavowing the doctrine of preemptive war, offering legislation to create a cabinet level Department of Peace, and leading the bipartisan effort in Congress to end the ongoing genocide in the Darfur.

But this autobiography is about more than politics. In this candid and self-effacing book, Lee chronicles the challenges she overcame to break the cycle of multi-generational domestic violence, and her rise from being a young, single mother of two to being one of the most progressive, respected voices in Congress. Renegade for Peace and Justice dispels the myth that all members of Congress have led gilded, charmed lives. In this book you'll learn about the work of Congress in the days that followed September 11, 2001, and you'll also be inspired by the story of an African American woman, who rose from segregation and public assistance to become a member of Congress with a deep commitment to peace and improving the lives of the underprivileged..
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Explores the life and career of Barbara Jordan, from her childhood in Houston, through her distinguished career in public office, to her powerful influence as a speaker .
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A biography of the first black woman to run for president of the United States..
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This digital document is an article from Campaigns & Elections, published by Campaigns & Elections, Inc. on September 1, 1996. The length of the article is 1915 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Cynthia McKinney, Georgia's first African American congresswoman, was able to win a renomination by effectively combining newspaper endorsements with modern campaigning techniques. As the media centered on the attacks and counter-attacks between the congressional candidates, McKinney personally managed a week-long effort which included targeted phoning, neighborhood rallies and door-to-door activity. Advocacy groups that endorsed McKinney also mounted an extensive public relations campaign on her behalf.

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Title: The history train. (Georgia's first African American congresswoman Cynthia McKinney)(includes related articles on Cynthia McKinney's television spots)
Author: John Rowley
Publication:Campaigns & Elections (Refereed)
Date: September 1, 1996
Publisher: Campaigns & Elections, Inc.
Volume: v17 Issue: n9 Page: p37(3)

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This digital document is an article from Franchising World, published by International Franchise Association on December 1, 2005. The length of the article is 459 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Congresswoman turns the tables, visits Big O Tires franchisee: Franchise Appreciation Day invitation accepted by New Mexico leader.(Heather A. Wilson)(Big O Tires franchisee)
Publication:Franchising World (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2005
Publisher: International Franchise Association
Volume: 37 Issue: 12 Page: 34(1)

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This digital document is an article from Latino Leaders, published by Thomson Gale on April 1, 2007. The length of the article is 720 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Nydia Velazquez: congresswoman: U.S. Congress, 12th District, New York.(ACHIEVEMENT: THE ENFORCER OF CHANGE)
Author: Mayerlin Almonte
Publication:Latino Leaders (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 8 Issue: 2 Page: 58(2)

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