"I have to earn re-election. That's the way I see it."Yvette Clarke
Yvette Clarke Quotes
American - Politician|November 21, 1964
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Yvette Clarke Quotes
Read Yvette Clarke quotes on family, public service, civil rights history and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from the U.S. Congresswoman from Brooklyn.
"My father has been the real anchor of the family. He's the one who has always encouraged my mother, my brother and me."Yvette Clarke
"It was August 28th, 1963, and the greatest civil rights coalition in modern history had descended upon Washington."Yvette Clarke
"Even after facing jail, Martin Luther King, Jr. courageously and boldly spoke out against racial inequality."Yvette Clarke
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About Yvette Clarke
American - Politician | Born November 21, 1964
# Yvette Clarke Quotes
Yvette Clarke is an American politician who has represented Brooklyn, New York, in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2007. The daughter of Jamaican immigrants, she grew up in Brooklyn and followed her mother, Una Clarke, into public service, first serving on the New York City Council.
In Congress she has focused on issues affecting her community, including technology, health and civil rights. Her quotes reflect the importance of family, earning the trust of voters and remembering the courage of the civil rights movement.
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Quick answers about Yvette Clarke and these famous quotes.
Who is Yvette Clarke?
Yvette Clarke is an American politician who represents Brooklyn, New York, in the U.S. House of Representatives.
When was Yvette Clarke first elected to Congress?
She was first elected in 2006 and took office in January 2007.
What is Yvette Clarke's family background?
She is the daughter of Jamaican immigrants. Her mother, Una Clarke, was the first Caribbean-born woman elected to the New York City Council.
What is Yvette Clarke's most famous quote?
A notable line is "I have to earn re-election. That's the way I see it."