"Cora Mae Brown was a true winner in the fight against the double-edged sword of racism and sexism."

"It wasn’t too hard to sell the women on voting for me. I found there is a little loyalty in our sex."

"These women voters have awakened and they expect their views to be properly represented. Women have always been able …"

"I don’t expect much opposition because I am a woman. I haven’t found that too difficult a ‘handicap’ to overcome."

"I have found sex a greater handicap than ever."

"She gave wise counsel, guidance and defense to those continuing to be caught in the confusing maze of the system."

"Brown had no fear of controversy, and she would openly disagree with other blacks."

"Champion of the underprivileged"

"Working closely with the community during the Great Depression and into the war years, Brown aided and encouraged you…"

"I am firmly convinced that the conduct of the Irish in America has been strongly influential in winning for those at …"