“Elizabeth walked slowly down the aisle with her head held high. As she turned to face the assembled legislators, the audience strained forward, pulled by her calm but powerful presence. If anyone in the room thought the young woman before them would mince her words, they quickly realized their mistake.” InspirationInspirational LifePublic Speaking Book:Fighter in Velvet Gloves: Alaska Civil Rights Hero Elizabeth Peratrovich Source: Fighter in Velvet Gloves: Alaska Civil Rights Hero Elizabeth Peratrovich