Question

Read the excerpt from Shirley Chisholm’s presidential announcement speech.

I am not the candidate of Black America, although I am Black and proud. I am not the candidate of the women’s movement of this country, although I am a woman, and I’m equally proud of that.

I am not the candidate of any political body or fat cats or special interests. . . .

I am the candidate of the people of America.

Which idea does Chisholm emphasize with her use of anaphora?

She will not appeal to some groups of voters.
She will not help other women who run for office.
She will effectively renew the voting system.
She will represent all citizens of the country.

Answer 1

She will represent all citizens of the country.

Chisholm’s repeated “I am not the candidate…” contrasts specific groups she won’t represent with “I am the candidate of the people of America,” emphasizing inclusive representation.