Sojourner Truth "Truth is Powerful" Quote Card

Sojourner Truth (1797 - 1893) was an American leader for human and women's rights. Born into slavery she escaped with her infant daughter and became the first black women in America to successfully sue her enslaver to win the freedom of her son. Her famous speech "Aint I a Woman" was a powerful challenge for inclusion of black women in the 19th century women’s rights movement. She challenged prevailing notions of race and gender. Her unwavering commitment to equality continues to inspire generations.