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Interviewer
Michael A. Cooke
Files
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Abstract
This interview was conducted by Michael A. Cooke with South Carolina Representative, Kay Patterson who was a member of the South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus. Kay Patterson was born in Darlington, South Carolina in 1931 and grew up in Sumter, South Carolina. Before entering politics, he was a teacher and advocate in his community for African American education and voting rights, including advocating for the voting rights act of 1965. In 1975, Kay Patterson became a member of the House of Representatives and served in the House for the 73rd district until 1985. In 1985, he became a member of the South Carolina Senate from the 19th district until he retired in 2008. He also served as the Secretary of the Black Caucus. In this interview, Kay Patterson discusses his background and his political career, including his personal goals and the goals of the Black Caucus.
Publication Date
3-14-1984
Unique Identifier
OH 366
Format
1 Cassette; MP3; WAV;
Length
00:11:24
Restrictions
This interview is open for use
Series
Politics
Disciplines
Oral History
Keywords
South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus
Recommended Citation
Patterson, Kay, "Interview with Kay Patterson - OH 366" (1984). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 366.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/317
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LC Subject Headings
South Carolina. General Assembly. House of Representatives, South Carolina. General Assembly. Senate, Congressional Black Caucus, African American legislators -- South Carolina