Patricia Williams (Mississippi)

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Patricia Williams

Independent

Elections and appointments

Last election

June 8, 2021

Education

Bachelor's

Jackson State University, 2001

Personal

Birthplace

Jackson, MS

Religion

United Methodist

Profession

Pastor

Patricia Williams (independent) ran for election to the Jackson City Council to represent Ward 3 in Mississippi. She lost in the general election on June 8, 2021.

Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Patricia Williams was born in Jackson, Mississippi. She earned a bachelor's degree from Jackson State University in 2001 and a graduate degree from Memphis Theological Seminary in 2018. She also pursued her Ph.D. at Memphis Theological Seminary. Williams' career experience includes working as a senior pastor at two United Methodist churches in Mississippi.

Elections

2021

See also: City elections in Jackson, Mississippi (2021)

General election

General election for Jackson City Council Ward 3

Incumbent Kenneth Stokes defeated Patricia Williams in the general election for Jackson City Council Ward 3 on June 8, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Kenneth Stokes (D)	75.1	2,039
		Patricia Williams (Independent)	24.9	675

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Jackson City Council Ward 3

Incumbent Kenneth Stokes defeated E. Sirena Wilson and Gwen Ward Chapman in the Democratic primary for Jackson City Council Ward 3 on April 6, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Kenneth Stokes	67.3	2,057
	Submit photo	E. Sirena Wilson	20.4	624
	Submit photo	Gwen Ward Chapman	12.3	375

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,056
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Campaign themes

2021

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Patricia Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Williams' responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Let’s Build Together!

Patricia Ann Williams, a caring and concerned citizen of the Virden Addition neighborhood of the community of Ward 3 in Jackson, MS. I am a proud mother to Andreya Williams, grandmother of four and great grandmother of two. I am a pastor at Lake Central and Union Chapel United Methodist churches, also a small business owner providing medical delivery service throughout the state of Mississippi. I have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Jackson State University, a Masters in Divinity from Memphis Theological Seminary in Memphis, Tennessee and am currently pursuing a Phd in Leadership. As a homeowner and business owner in the Virden Addition community of Ward 3, I have directly experienced the effects of long term structural issues and crime, we need street-signs to identify locations, areas in need of repairs and beautification, and we need communication between citizens and law enforcement. I know firsthand what is needed and expected from leadership, we should be better informed and included in decisions affecting our ward in relation to the progression of the city of Jackson and the state of Mississippi. These are just a few reasons I decided to run as an independent candidate in this election to signal my intentions to work diligently across the administration board for the community of Ward 3 and the city of Jackson.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Public Safety, visible street signs to know locations and boundaries, get needed repairs reported and completed, developing beautification projects and building working relationships between the people in the community and the people charged with policing the community. Our tax dollars paid to law enforcement that is actively serving and protecting our community should represent u.. Our tax dollars are not meant for killing and harming our children. This can only be achieved through cooperation with the residents and those in law enforcement.
• Youth Development to strengthen their mindset and develop strong leaders by conducting youth led think tanks and programs in technological innovative developments and creating recreational spaces and providing employment for those in the community and outside it as necessary
• Small Business Development to attract competitive business to the area, promoting and developing entrepreneurial business development, and supporting existing small business with mutually beneficial incentives.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public policy: I am personally passionate about many things in public policy. There is no one thing that will fix all things. If I had to pick one, our infrastructure comes to mind visible street sign, clear boundaries, reducing flooding, getting our streets repaired and neighborhoods cleaned up. Limiting focus as to where actual change can begin, would be a great start by working with the mayor's office, fellow city Council persons and the community. "Let's Build Together"

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The qualities this office possesses lie in the ability to connect the people in the community with the actual governing decisions that affects the needs and desires of the community. This is important, because every community has some of the same issues, yet there are unique situations that need to be addressed according to the laws and statues passed on behalf of that said community. This makes the office of city council a very important leeway into providing informational input into the government and legal system as well as keeping residents informed of voting referendums directly concerning them.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to Jesus and I know this may sound Pollyanna to most people, yet it's true. The example I would like most to follow how Jesus helped people no matter what social or economical station or political station they were in life, irregardless to age, race, religion or sexual orientation, simply because God created all of us.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

"Martin & Malcolm & America: A Dream or a Nightmare" (book)
" Hamilton" (play)

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity

Conscientious
Responsible
Motivated
Resourceful

Productive

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I possess the qualities of Determination, Adaptability, Leadership, Integrity, Conscientious.

I possess the abilities to be Responsible, Motivated, Resourceful, and Productive.

,I believe these qualities and abilities and more would allow me to be successful in the office of Jackson City Council for Ward #3.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To Keep the community informed of community, citywide, or statewide policy suggestions, changes and implementation

To champion repairs for safety and beautification projects
To provide fair Leadership
To promote and enhance Businesses

Address community issues of the people,those with criminal issues, crime, joblessness

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave a legacy for my past, present and future family members to walk in by living and loving what I believe as a testament to proof positive ability to change your course in life to become a productive person and make meaningful contributions to the community,city and state. I believe those who love and support others honestly will prosper in spirit, truth and financial well-being by creating an atmosphere that all are meant to embrace and receive the blessings of God's provisions in this earth.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., The reason I remember it so well is because my mother was crying and I asked her why and she told me the man on the big picture in our living room with a light on it had gotten killed and all he wanted to do was help our people. My mother also transitioned in December of that same year from a stroke. I was six yrs old when Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was killed and seven years old when my mother Earnestine Williams died, a lot happened that year.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

TL James Construction company flagging traffic and general labor was my first job and I worked for several years in this field with JAD smart traffic lighting and Quality concrete finishers. I also worked for Jackson Public School, starting as a cafeteria worker,almost a year while waiting on a Teacher's Aide position to open. Eventually, I spent the next couple of years on the substitution list for the Teacher's Aide position.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Death Be Not Proud by John Gunther, I like true stories and I rather appreciate the idea of a personification for death in the light of acceptance

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Okoye ( Danai Gurira ) the loyal warrior and leader of the Dora Milaje army in the Black Panther movie. I admired her fierce devotion and loyalty to the nation of Wakanda and the King T'Challa ( Chadwick Boseman )

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Baby Shark

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I've struggled with being addicted to drugs and alcohol, struggled with being a high school drop-out , struggled being a young single parent, struggled being a female in ministry and in America if you are Black you are in a struggle.
I am succeeding in recovery day by day for the last thirty-two years, I have not only gotten my GED,I have a Bachelors in Social Work, a Masters in Divinity and working on a PhD in Ministry, I have survived parenthood and my child survived my inexperience, I am succeeding in most areas of ministry and so far surviving and thriving in my Blackness.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The responsibility to ask and include the community of peoples opinions in the decision making process, especially in zoning matters and city policy. Heading up groups to design and plan projects to effectively improve the community while simultaneously protecting the interests, land ,property ,and businesses.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Not necessarily the requirement as an experienced person may become complacent and not perform the actual work. Yes I believe it would be Beneficial but again, not necessarily the requirement.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Leadership

Adaptability for collaboration and communication with others
Transparency for honesty and integrity
Motivation with strong work ethics, time management and problem solving
Self-Confident with Sociable Responsive speaking and actions

Critical thinking with the ability to understand the complexities of government policies.

Tell us your favorite joke.

The joke about the preacher who skipped church to play golf one Sunday and has the best scoring game of his life and can't brag about it or share it with anyone.

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