Florida Rising | Street You Grew Up On

Florida Rising's Andrea Mercado is a guest on today's episode of #StreetYouGrewUpOn! Andrea and Kerry talk about where her passion for advocacy started, and how it continues to inspire her to this day. If you’re empowered by this conversation, please head on over to learn more about the important work that Florida Rising is doing in their community. And make sure you're registered to vote!!!!
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TW: @FLrising
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About the Series:
Simpson Street is where our journey begins. It’s the street that Kerry Washington’s mom grew up on in The Bronx, NY. Through this social series, Kerry Washington interviews artists, influencers and industry experts to uncover their origin stories, amplify our common humanity and affirm the value of every individuals' journey, beginning with the “street they grew up on...”
#streetyougrewupon #kerrywashington #floridarising

[@ramospereiralucas016]

we have to defend a democracy every day. Your videos are so impartant to value a diversity of voices

[@OvSpP]

Top 5 guest request:
Jaimie Foxx
Mindy Kaling
Donald Glover
Wanda Sykes
Meagan Good
Hope these aren’t too big! I just never see them talk about their youth very much, I’d love to know how they became who they are.

[@lalalove30]

Kerry you are so beautiful 🌬💜🍀
thanks for sharing this out
Such an in~depth narration 🌻

[@stacy-annbanto]

What inspired you Kerry, to become an advocate for politics and for getting people involved and engaged in the process? Love Clarissa Dovey btw.

[@abbyc.4215]

Me being sad (and also probably a bit overboard) here because you haven't posted anything on Instagram (aside from a few stories) in a few days which makes for boring lunch breaks and me becoming slightly worried. Here's to hoping that this is only a short hiatus, that you're still living your best life, and will be back soon. ❤