Yes, Shirley Chisholm divorced Conrad Chisholm. They were married in 1949 and separated in the early 1970s. The divorce was finalized in 1977. Shirley Chisholm, who was the first African American woman elected to the United States Congress, had a demanding career in politics, which put a strain on their marriage. Despite the end of their marriage, Conrad Chisholm remained supportive of her political endeavors.
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