of change and fought valiantly on all fronts is a compelling truth that must be acknowledged rhetorically. An examination of two factors helps explain a narrow construct imposed on women rendering them virtually invisible to all but regional audiences and movement insiders: sexism within and outside of the movement and the monolithic paradigm imposed on the movement. Two competing models are central to this discussion: an exclusive model rooted in the traditional charismatic perspective of leadership and an inclusive model anchored in the viability of group-centered leadership. This article examines Baker’s activism and her critique of the traditional model. ella baker : introduction
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