
Kendrick Meek is a Democratic candidate for Florida’s 24th Congressional District, Miami attorney, and public-policy professional. He is the grandson of the late Congresswoman Carrie Meek and the son of former Congressman Kendrick Meek and Judge Leslie Meek. Meek practices land-use, zoning, and real-estate development law in South Florida. His previous experience includes working with the White House Office of Management and Budget and the U.S. House Judiciary Committee. He earned his law degree from the University of Miami and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida. His community work has focused on civil rights, reproductive freedom, and access to justice.
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