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Mae Street Kidd (1904-99)

Born in Millersburg, Kidd devoted much of her life to civil rights causes. Served as representative in Ky. state legislature, 1968-85, earning her nickname, “Lady of the House.” Kidd led Ky.’s ratification of 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments to U.S. Constitution, ending slavery and giving citizenship and voting rights to African Americans after being in effect for 112 yrs.

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Kidd sponsored bills that resulted in laws that ensured equal and open housing for all Kentuckians. Also first woman elected sec. of Democratic caucus. Among honors: King/Kennedy Award, NAACP Unsung Heroine Award, and Louisville Mayor’s Citation for Outstanding Community Service. Buried Zachary Taylor National Cem., Louisville.