The Power and Legacy of Sojourner Truth’s “Ain’t i a Woman?”
Words: 561 Pages: 2 1772Sojourner Truth's speech "Ain't I a Woman?" stands as a timeless testament to the intersectional struggle for both gender and racial equality. Delivered in 1851 at the Women’s Rights Convention in Akron Ohio this speech encapsulates the resilience and determination of a Black woman challenging societal norms and advocating for equal rights. Truth born into slavery as Isabella Baumfree transformed her personal hardships into a powerful narrative that continues to resonate through history. In her speech Truth addresses the pervasive […]