Question 1136 • Crowley Credit Recovery Algebra II B
Read the excerpt from Shirley Chisholm’s presidential announcement speech. I am not the candidate of Black America, although I am Black and proud. I am not the candidate of the women’s movement of this country, although I am a woman, and I’m equally proud of that. I am not the candidate of any political body or fat cats or special interests. . . .I am the candidate of the people of America.
Answer
A
She will not appeal to some groups of voters.
B
She will not help other women who run for office.
C
She will effectively renew the voting system.
D
She will represent all citizens of the country.
Explanation
Chisholm says she is not running as the candidate of one group or of special interests; instead, she calls herself “the candidate of the people of America.” This shows that she intends to represent citizens broadly, rather than only a particular group. Therefore, the best answer is that she will represent all citizens of the country.
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