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Black Women Form National Black Feminist Organization
Forty black women announced the formation of the National Black Feminist Organization to address the specific needs of Black women beyond the traditional civil rights and women’s movements. Eleanor Holmes Norton noted intimidation by accusations of selling out, while Margaret Sloan read a purpose statement amid calls for inclusion and chapters in cities like San Francisco, Cleveland, and Chicago.
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Women’s Liberation Movement
Black Feminist Organization
Eleanor. Holmes
Norton
Margaret Sloan
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Amer
San Francisco
Cleveland
Chicago