We have never been here before. On February 3, 1870, the 15th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, granting African American men the right to vote. Women were granted the right to vote fifty years later. Since 1870, African American voters have generally supported African American candidates, with an assumption of suitability. If an African American ran for elected office, the African American community supported that candidate by default. We can’t do that anymore. That season is over. The proverbial fat lady has sung. It’s a wrap. That’s all, folks.
Browsing: In closing
Dr. Licata hails from West Palm Beach where he currently serves as Regional Superintendent of about a third of the district’s schools. Licata is no stranger to Broward. In his “acceptance speech” he simply said through a slew of emotions that he is coming home. Licata attended school in Broward and has strong family ties here. He is a University of Miami Hurricane Alum.