Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority (2008)
Everyone told her no. So she rewrote the rules.
In 1965, Patsy Takemoto Mink became the first woman of color in the United States Congress. Seven years later, she ran for the US presidency and was the driving force behind Title IX, the landmark legislation that transformed women’s opportunities in higher education and athletics.
Director: Kimberlee Bassford
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date: October 12, 2008
Cast
- Patsy Mink - Self (archive footage)
- Jody Mishan - Narrator (voice)
- Daniel Inouye - Self
- Pat Schroeder - Self
- Dick Gephardt - Self (archive footage)
Screenplay
Cinematography: Michael Chin
Original Language: en
Keywords
hawaii, u.s. congress, female politician, asian woman, chinese american, woman director, congresswoman
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority about?
- In 1965, Patsy Takemoto Mink became the first woman of color in the United States Congress. Seven years later, she ran for the US presidency and was the driving force behind Title IX, the landmark legislation that transformed women’s opportunities in higher education and athletics.
- Who directed Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority?
- Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority was directed by Kimberlee Bassford.
- Who stars in Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority?
- Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority stars Patsy Mink, Jody Mishan, Daniel Inouye, Pat Schroeder, Dick Gephardt.
- How long is Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority?
- Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
- What genre is Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority?
- Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority is a Documentary film.