In "Parks and Recreation", what is the name of Leslie Knope's politically powerful mother?

In “Parks and Recreation,” Leslie Knope’s politically powerful mother is Marlene Griggs-Knope.

Played by Pamela Reed, Marlene is a major figure in Pawnee’s school system and an experienced local politician. Her practical, sometimes ruthless approach to politics sharply contrasts with Leslie’s idealism and belief that government should primarily serve people.

Leslie spends much of the early series trying to impress her mother, whose approval matters deeply to her. Marlene often underestimates Leslie, but she is not indifferent: in “Canvassing,” she attends Leslie’s difficult public forum and quietly shows that she is proud of her daughter. She also gives Leslie politically dubious advice, including suggesting blackmail to advance the park project.

The name is sometimes confused with Leslie’s own surname or with other Pawnee characters, but Marlene’s full canonical name is Marlene Griggs-Knope. Pamela Reed returns several times, including “The Bubble,” where Marlene meets Leslie’s boyfriend Ben Wyatt and immediately tests his political toughness.