Power, Pressure, and Purpose: Inside the Life of a Black State Representative

TonyTidbit: A Black Executive Perspective · Nov 4, 2025 · 1h 2m

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Today, we sat down with State Representative Cory Paris for a candid and powerful conversation about the realities of leadership, resilience, and purpose in public service.

Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, and raised in Kansas City, Cory now serves Connecticut’s 145th District, a journey marked by courage and conviction. He discusses the pressures of representing diverse communities, navigating political divides, and maintaining…