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Elaine Brown became head of the Black Panther Party when it's leader, Huey Newton, went into exile during the late 1970's. Ms. Brown's appointment to the position of leader was a very drastic one for the party, which had been orchestrated by men and was a very male-oriented organization. Ms. Brown was an active member of the community, assisting the party with Breakfast programs for children and assistance to the needy.
Not only is Elaine Brown a politically-savvy woman, she's also an accomplished musician, writing and recording several songs about love, and freedom.
In 1992, Elaine Brown released her autobiography A Taste Of Power: A Black Woman's Story, chronicling her life before and during her involvement with the Black Panther Party. Through her documentation, and life, Elaine Brown has left a long-lasting legacy in the history of black people and women, helping younger generations understand the struggle for equality--not only to defeat racism but, also sexism.
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