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Actively Involved
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek remembers his mother's active involvement in the community and how she enjoyed helping people.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Actively Involved
Actively Involved
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek remembers his mother's active involvement in the community and how she enjoyed helping people.
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African Americans and Congress
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek discusses the struggles of African Americans and the future of minority representation in Congress.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
African Americans and Congress
African Americans and Congress
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek discusses the struggles of African Americans and the future of minority representation in Congress.
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"Carrie, You Should Run"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek recalls his mother's early involvement in Florida state politics.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
"Carrie, You Should Run"
"Carrie, You Should Run"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek recalls his mother's early involvement in Florida state politics.
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"Humility and Contrition"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek reveals the personal qualities of his mother that made her an effective Member of Congress.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
"Humility and Contrition"
"Humility and Contrition"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek reveals the personal qualities of his mother that made her an effective Member of Congress.
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Inclusive Philosophy
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek reveals his mother's philosophy of treating all people equally and with respect.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Inclusive Philosophy
Inclusive Philosophy
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek reveals his mother's philosophy of treating all people equally and with respect.
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"Put Her on Appropriations"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek explains how his mother received an influential committee assignment during her first term in the House.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
"Put Her on Appropriations"
"Put Her on Appropriations"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek explains how his mother received an influential committee assignment during her first term in the House.
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"Rooted to Communities of Struggle"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek describes the legacy of slavery and the unique experience of Black legislators.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
"Rooted to Communities of Struggle"
"Rooted to Communities of Struggle"
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek describes the legacy of slavery and the unique experience of Black legislators.
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Sage Advice
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek shares the memorable advice his mother gave him based on her own experience in public service.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Sage Advice
Sage Advice
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek shares the memorable advice his mother gave him based on her own experience in public service.
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Sharing Experiences of Segregation
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek remembers his mother sharing her experiences growing up in the segregated South with her family.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Sharing Experiences of Segregation
Sharing Experiences of Segregation
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek remembers his mother sharing her experiences growing up in the segregated South with her family.
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Staying Connected
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek discusses the way his mother built close ties with her congressional district during her House career.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Staying Connected
Staying Connected
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek discusses the way his mother built close ties with her congressional district during her House career.
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Tireless Campaigning
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek describes the strategies his mother taught him during his own campaign for public office.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Tireless Campaigning
Tireless Campaigning
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek describes the strategies his mother taught him during his own campaign for public office.
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Underestimated
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek recalls his mother being discounted and underestimated during her long political career.
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek, U.S. Representative of Florida and Son of U.S. Representative Carrie P. Meek of Florida
Underestimated
Underestimated
The Honorable Kendrick B. Meek recalls his mother being discounted and underestimated during her long political career.
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