NYC Gazette

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso hosted an event titled “The Chisholm Effect” to honor the legacy of former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. The event was held in partnership with the Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta. It featured a panel moderated by Deputy Borough President Reverend Kim Council and included discussions with former Congressman Ed Towns Jr. and former Assembly Member Annette Robinson.

“Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm was the definition of a trailblazer whose story exemplifies our borough, and our country, at its best,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. He emphasized the importance of keeping her memory alive in Brooklyn.

Kenya Johnson from the Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta remarked on Chisholm's impact: “Soror Chisholm’s fearless nature had a strong dominoes effect on not only Black women, men and children, but on society.”

Former Assembly Member Annette Robinson shared her personal experience: “She showed me as a young Black woman that I could be a parent leader in Headstart, become a member of the community school board, a member of the state committee, and City Council Member and New York State Assembly Member.”

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries noted, “Her career laid the groundwork for myself and generations of Brooklyn elected officials to serve in leadership positions across our city, state and nation.”

Council Member Chi Ossé also praised Chisholm: “Her legacy is one of strength, courage, and perseverance.”

Atiba T. Edwards from Brooklyn Children’s Museum highlighted her role as an inspiration for future generations: “Her legacy endures, and she remains an extraordinary role model for our museum’s young visitors and families.”