Interview with Kay Patterson - OH 366

Interviewee

Kay Patterson

Interviewer

Michael A. Cooke

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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 73^rd district until 1985. In 1985, he became a member of the South Carolina Senate from the 19^th 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