A Tribute to Karen Clark

The memorial service for retired Minnesota legislator Karen Clark on September 18 reiterated how much she believed that everyone can plant seeds, literally and figuratively, setting the landscape for what is to come.

By: Mikki Morrissette

Outlets: Minnesota Women's Press

Published: September 22, 2026

Words: 977

Last Updated: 4 weeks ago


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One of the most diverse memorial services I have attended was for long-time Minnesota legislator Karen Clark on September 18, which featured a cross-section of people engaged in justice, public health, environmental activism, and civil service. Clark was an above-and-beyond community advocate for much of her 80 years, including as a nurse practitioner and a …

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