Stokes, Carl Burton
1927-1996 · Contribution: 1967
Law & Civil Rights
First African American elected mayor of a major U.S. city
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Quick facts
- Born
- 1927-1996
- Category
- Law & Civil Rights
Impact on the world
Stokes's election proved a Black candidate could win the mayoralty of a major American city, opening urban executive power to Black leaders nationwide.
Sources
- Britannica
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