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We Rise

Speeches by Inspirational Black Women
By: Michelle Obama, Shirley Chisholm, Barbara Jordan, Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, Mary McLeod Bethune, Condoleezza Rice
Narrated by: Michelle Obama, Shirley Chisholm, Barbara Jordan, Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, Mary McLeod Bethune, Condoleezza Rice
Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins
Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Political Figures
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We Rise: Speeches by Inspirational Black Women, is a rare compilation of memorable speeches delivered by celebrated African-American women from both the past and present. Spanning decades and elucidating the fight for equality, it not only captures important pieces of black history, but reveals the struggle from a female perspective. The live recordings in this captivating collection are preceded by a short biography to introduce each speaker. Speeches include:

  • Michelle Obama at the Democratic National Convention (2008)
  • Shirley Chisholm on Equal Rights for Women (1969)
  • Barbara Jordan, “Who Will Speak for the Common Good?” (1976)
  • Fannie Lou Hamer at the Democratic National Convention (1964)
  • Rosa Parks at the Million Man March (1995)

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    • David
    • 29-09-2015

    Fanny Lou Hamer alone is worth it

    Perhaps it was my politics, by the speech by Condoleezza Rice was the least interesting. The speech by Fanny Lou Hamer is chilling. If you have never listened to her speech at the 1964 Democratic Convention, you simply must. It is one of the most difficult to listen to, because of the harrowing description of the torture she had to endure. I also recommend the speech by Barbara Jordan. She was one of the most eloquent of Congresswomen. It's too bad she was taken from us far too soon.

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    • Kindle Customer
    • 11-02-2010

    A disappointment and a disservice

    Production values mar what could have been an excellent educational keepsake. The female narrator who introduces the segments sounds like a bored student reading a paper which she was forced to do. The sample recording sounds much better than the combined work. This is an abridged recording but I can't find an original source to see what or who was left out. American Radio Works production is a better value.

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    • Lady Cashmere
    • 05-11-2017

    Great speeches, horrible narration

    I enjoyed hearing the powerful words of some of America's most powerful leaders but the narrator who gave the biographical components was just awful. I found myself questioning if it was a real person or a computer program. As a result, I skipped the biographies for all of the orators.

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    • Joyce
    • 01-11-2017

    Powerful, charismatic and awe inspiring

    A great sense of respect and honor to hear these wonderful amazing voices bring their words life.



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    • Dorothea Vencil
    • 05-02-2020

    We Rise

    Narrator mispronounced Mary McLeod Bethune's name all through her intro. It would be nice if you made sure they knew how to pronounce names prior to putting themout there for us to listen to. It may be a small thing but it is still annoying to hear.

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    • C Hills
    • 01-02-2020

    Awesome.

    GREAT. I wonder if Ms. Rice still feels the same about her Republican Party today!

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    • Teens
    • 02-12-2019

    Inspiring

    Wonderful caption of speeches of inspiring women in history. I recommend all women young and old listen or read this book

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    • Anonymous User
    • 30-10-2019

    Good listening to equip your knowledge

    Remarkable words of truths from black ladies in the ear of time they lived in!

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    • Lelieth
    • 11-04-2016

    inspirational and historical a great way to start

    What an amazing way to start my mornings. Listening to my elders reminds me daily of who I am and where I have come from and the privileges I have now. all because of those that paved the way