What did Shirley Chisholm and Patricia Schroeder have in common?
A) They were founders of the National Women's Political Caucus.
B) Both were feminists who got elected to Congress in the 1970s.
C) Both ran for office as opponents of the ERA and Roe v. Wade.
D) Because of Title IX, they both won college athletic scholarships.

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Shirley Chisholm and Patricia Schroeder were both feminists who were elected to the United States Congress in the 1970s. Shirley Chisholm was the first African American woman elected to Congress in 1968, and Patricia Schroeder was elected in 1972. Both were known for their advocacy on women's rights and other social issues.

What Did Shirley Chisholm and Patricia Schroeder Have in Common