Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority (2008)

• 66%
• 2008
• Documentary
• Kimberlee Bassford
• Patsy Mink
• Jody Mishan
• Daniel Inouye

In 1965, Patsy Takemoto Mink became the first woman of color in the U.S. Congress. Seven years later, she ran for the U.S. presidency and co-authored Title IX, the landmark legislation that opened up higher education and athletics to America's women. PATSY MINK: AHEAD OF THE MAJORITY is the story of this dynamic trailblazer who, battling racism and sexism, redefined American politics.