Mary Groves Bland

Mary Groves Bland (January 24, 1936 – February 19, 2016) was an American politician and advocate for mental health and health services who served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 1981 to 1998 and in the Missouri Senate from the 9th district from 1998 to 2005. Quotes I figured if we could pursue creative solutions for better services to those who were underserved, starting with babies, children and women, then all citizens would benefit. I had a lot of hope and passion to help people move the needle in their own lives with the help of education and services designed to reduce the disparities. Remembering Mary Groves Bland: Missouri State Legislator and Advocate for Healthy Communities Retrieved 19 April 2025 Quotes about Mary Groves Bland In the early years, Bland voraciously absorbed information she had access to and applied that education to helping her community find better access and pathways of support for its citizens of color and underserved populations. Remembering Mary Groves Bland: Missouri State Legislator and Advocate for Healthy Communities Retrieved 19 April 2025 Bland’s legacy is one of a dedicated public servant who encouraged young people to further their education and participate in public service. Mary Groves Bland Retrieved 19 April 2025 Her daughter Arletha Bland-Manlove said she was an “extraordinary public servant” who earned respect from residents in her area. One of the most important things that she always wanted people to know was that she was here to help, and she was a servant of God. She was very motivated by what she believed to be right Former Missouri state Sen. Mary Bland of Kansas City dies Retrieved 19 April 2025 Mary Groves Bland was a tireless public servant and an unwavering champion for social justice throughout her life, and I was honored to know and work with her. She didn't like to be called a politician; she like to be called a servant of the people. VIDEO: Bland remembered as caring for common man Retrieved 19 April 2025 External links Category:Women politicians in the United States Category:Democratic Party (United States) politicians Category:People from Kansas City Category:1936 births Category:2016 deaths Category:Women born in the 1930s