FAMU alumnus Kendrick Meek is entering the world of online journalism. Politics365.com, a publication dedicated to political news concerning “communities of color,” has tapped Meek to chair its editorial board.
“Politic365.com is bringing the power of the Web and modern technology to serve an age-old concern — the need to connect,” Meek said in a story detailing his appointment. “As chair of the Editorial Board, I want to build on this success. I want to make Politic365 an essential part of the daily lives of Americans. I want to build on Politic365’s strengths — its news, its analysis, its informed and civil conversations — on the challenges facing our nation.”
Meek brings a wealth of personal political experience to his new position. He previously served as a member of the Florida House of Representatives, Florida Senate, and U.S. House of Representatives.
“Serving in the Florida Legislature and in Congress gave me a raw perspective on the true needs of the American people” Meek said. “The most important of these was the need to be heard. I learned to truly listen to and acknowledge what people are saying, and to engage them in a conversation about their ideas and our future. That is my vision for Politic365 – a real discourse and informed discussion on the political landscape of our country.”