Mama's Family Season 2 Episode 17 Mama for Mayor

Mama's Family season 2 episode 17, titled "Mama for Mayor," follows the matriarch of the Harper family, Thelma "Mama" Crowley Harper, as she decides to run for mayor of Raytown. The episode begins with Mama venting her frustrations about the current mayor, whom she believes is not doing enough for the town. Her family does not take her seriously at first, believing that her campaign will be unsuccessful. However, Mama reminds them that she has run for office before and her campaign posters with slogans like "Pick a winner, pick Mama" begin to appear throughout Raytown.

Mama's opponent for the position is Mayor Tutweiller, who is currently in his fifth term as Raytown's mayor. Cash-strapped and eager to score political points, Mama's first campaign stunt is to garner media attention by staging a "sleep-in" at city hall. While Mama and her supporters will be camped out inside the building, she insists that Mayor Tutweiller and his family join them outside to show that they care about Raytown's homeless population. Mayor Tutweiller declines the offer, but Mama's ambitious move earns her some media attention and support from Raytown's residents.

As Mama's campaign gains momentum, the Harper family becomes more invested in her success. They participate in campaign rallies, design buttons, and posters, and help Mama come up with catchy slogans to use in her speeches. However, Mama's confidence is shaken when she discovers that her campaign slogan, "A vote for me is a vote for Mama," is being mocked on a late-night TV talk show. The Harper family rallies around Mama, reassuring her that she can still win the election.

On the day of the election, Mama is feeling confident and heads to the polling station with her family. She runs into Mayor Tutweiller, who tries to intimidate her by saying that she should not have run for office and that he will not give her a job if she loses. However, Mama does not let his threats get to her, and she stands strong up until the final results are announced.

The election results are announced, and Mama's supporters erupt in joy when they hear that she has won. Mama is initially stunned but quickly regains her composure and thanks her family and supporters for believing in her. Mama's victory is a huge moment, not just for her but for Raytown as well, as she becomes the first female mayor in the history of the town. Mama's tenure as mayor is off to a great start, and she promises to continue tirelessly serving her constituents.

In "Mama for Mayor," Mama's Family tackles the topics of ambition, perseverance, and the empowerment of women. Mama is a strong-willed, capable woman who is determined to make positive changes in her community. The episode shows that with hard work and the support of family and friends, one can achieve any goal. The show also reminds viewers that age and gender should not be barriers to aspiring for political office, and that everyone, regardless of background or circumstances, has the potential to make a difference in their community. In the end, Mama's victory is a testament to her strength, her resilience, and the power of unwavering determination.