b'Description: In this compelling episode of \\u201dAmerican Potential,\\u201d host Jeff Crank sits down with Kendra Wesson, a dedicated mother of eight and a newly appointed member of the Oklahoma State Board of Education. Kendra shares her inspiring journey from being deeply involved in a local recall effort during the 2020 pandemic to her significant role in shaping educational policy in Oklahoma. Beginning as a concerned parent uninvolved in politics, Kendra\\u2019s passion for her community and children led her to spearhead a grassroots movement against local government overreach. This activism opened doors to forming meaningful connections with lawmakers and eventually running for office, although not winning. Her integrity and commitment to public service caught the attention of Oklahoma\\u2019s governor, leading to her appointment on the State Board of Education.\\n\\n\\n\\nKendra discusses the challenges and opportunities in education reform, emphasizing the need for efficiency and the impact of administrative decisions on teaching quality and student outcomes. Her story exemplifies how individual initiative and dedication can lead to significant contributions to community and state governance, highlighting the essence of American potential.\\n\\n\\n\\nCheck out American Potential here:\\xa0https://americanpotential.com\\n\\n\\n\\nCheck out our Spanish episodes here:\\xa0https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8wSZydeKZ6uOuFlT_1QQ53L7l6AmC83c\\n\\n\\n\\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast \\xa0\\n\\n\\n\\nInstagram:\\xa0https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/\\n\\n\\n\\nX:\\xa0https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod'