Lora Kay Morrow is an advocate for families and believes their voice should be heard.
FLORENCE — Lora Kay Morrow says she believes in the strength of women in our communities.
“We have a tradition of groundbreaking women here in Alabama such as Helen Keller and Rosa Parks. I believe we should be proud of this history, and the strength of these women. We should also learn from the histories of other women such as Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg,” said Morrow
She is hosting a public screening of RBG, the Ruth Bader Ginsburg story. This movie is generating excitement all over the country, and it demonstrates what happens when women have representation in government and a voice at the table.
“Empowering women is not a Republican or Democrat issue. It is a family issue. We are reaching out to parents to bring their daughters and sons to see this film. It is a must see for anyone who cares about shaping the future for our children,” said Morrow.
When asked why she believes this film is important, she stated, “I’m hosting this movie in our community for the same reason I’m running for office. I love North Alabama and the people who live here. As a mother, I want opportunities for all families to be successful. That’s why it is so important that we set aside our divisiveness and learn from the experiences of others. Justice Ginsburg is a great legal mind, but she is also a woman, a wife and a mother. In this story, she shares what it takes to find success. She also shares what it takes to find common ground. We need to find common ground to move Alabama forward.”
Morrow has worked in the chemistry field for the last 20 years and is now a small business owner. Her background includes work as a substitute teacher in Florence City and Lauderdale County schools. She is a graduate of UNA and a product of public education. She believes that she brings a unique perspective to the challenges families face.
“I raised my family here and my daughters had to move out of state to find job opportunities. Our greatest export should never be our children. We need a local economy that is strong and one that supports innovative business development,” said Morrow.
She said that when the needs of our families are being ignored, it is up to us to elect officials who will advocate for what is best for our communities.
“I want a bright future for our families. We need the best schools for our children, great job opportunities for our workforce, and healthcare options we can afford. We have been ignored for far too long by our elected officials. It’s time we send people to Montgomery who really care about our community and what is best for us,” said Morrow.
She will face Rogersville resident and Republican challenger Lynn Greer in the November 6th general election.
Greer, a business owner, first took a seat in the Alabama House of Representatives in 1974.
“I support term limits at every level of government. Too many times, these career politicians stay in office so long that they forget about the people they serve,” said Morrow.
District 2 includes the eastern half of Lauderdale County and the western section of Limestone County.
“We need to expect more from our leaders. We need someone with a heart, a brain, and someone who is ready to get the job done. It should no longer be about left or right, it should be about right and wrong. I am ready to stand up for what is right. Our families are depending on us to make that happen,” said Morrow.
Alabama is privileged to have a distinct connection to the Ruth Bader Ginsburg story. In 2007, women’s rights advocate and Alabama native Lilly Ledbetter crossed paths with Justice Ginsburg.
“Lilly Ledbetter worked as a supervisor at the Goodyear Tire plant near Gadsden for 19 years. One day, she received an anonymous letter saying she was being paid thousands of dollars less than her male peers. She filed a sexual discrimination complaint against Goodyear. The lawsuit eventually reached the Supreme Court. Justice Ginsburg wrote the dissenting opinion in the case, telling Congress that the ball is in their court. This led to Congress passing the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, which protects workers from wage discrimination,” said Morrow.
The event will be held at the UNA Communications Building on Sunday, October 7th at 2:30pm. It is free to the public.
Morrow and her husband, Billy, have been married 33 years and are the parents of two grown daughters.
Media Release/Lora Kay Morrow/Candidate for Alabama House District 2
