The KFTC Story of Aubrey Clemons
When I joined KFTC I felt ALIVE! The 1st thing was Appreciated! That genuine gratitude I got for joining the Jefferson County chapter team made me want to be more active as a member! 2nd thing I felt was Loved! I met more KFTC members in Lexington with other Kentuckians as we spoke about how "our" vote is important to the future of our "state" and our country! 3rd I felt Inspired when I was blessed with the opportunity to host "Smoketown Getdown"! To be on stage in the middle of my neighborhood, looking at my "KFTC" family and my "Smoketown" family dance to the same drums, was beyond amazing! 4th I felt Valued when Lisa Abbott told me to take the podium and speak on how "old power should be replaced with new power" - that really landed my self-worth as a member! She never let me forget that the members are the most valued part of this fine-tuned machine called Kentuckians For The Commonwealth! Last but not least, I felt Empowered! When I saw my face on the website back in 2016 for "Empower Kentucky Summit" I felt I had to do more to get other Kentuckians like me involved & join KFTC! While the organization was "shaping a bright energy future" for our state... they had shaped that light for my future in social justice! I have been to the "HOOD" and the "HOLLERS" with my KFTC family!
No matter where we went, I noticed all who were asked to join - they looked alive! Then, when we welcomed them and they became members, they felt alive! I'm in Jonesville, Va! A little corner in Virginia called Lee County, and I tell you that I still carry the responsibilities of a KFTC member! I speak on the importance of voter restoration and how we triumphed when Kentuckians came together! When folks ask why I am still a beacon of light during the darkest hours...? I tell them, "I'm a Kentuckian for the Commonwealth of humanity! It's our duty to care, share and keep all aware! That is why you must always ask people to join! We all deserve to feel Appreciated-Loved-Inspired-Valued-& Empowered!
Aubrey Clemons
KFTC Member