Not too long ago the story of three incredible African-American women was told. Hidden Figures was released in theaters on January 6, 2017, it follows the story of three brilliant African- American women and their contribution to one of the greatest events in history. Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson were the brains behind the operation that launched astronaut John Glenn into orbit, changed the position of the United States in the Space Race, and greatly impacted the nation. This visionary trio overcame numerous obstacles in their pursuit to make a difference; on their journey they inspired millions and still do so today. In addition, not only did these women defy racial inequality but also gender inequality. They went
