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Shelley Stokes-Hammond Interview: Confidential conversation between Lou Stokes and his daughter
Shelley Stokes-Hammond
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Shelley Stokes-Hammond is the oldest daughter of Louis Stokes. She is a graduate of Ohio University and Goucher College. She is a historic preservationist, author, and public relations manager at Howard University. Ms. Stokes-Hammond reveals an interesting story about her father. Facing intense scrutiny from some Congressional members and concerned with his ability to serve his constituents, Louis Stokes considered dropping out of congress. He shared his conflicting thoughts at the time with his oldest daughter.
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The interview was conducted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the elections of Carl Stokes as mayor of Cleveland, and Louis Stokes to Congress.