Washington, Harold
1922-1987 · Contribution: 1983
Law & Civil Rights
First African American mayor of Chicago
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Quick facts
- Born
- 1922-1987
- Category
- Law & Civil Rights
Impact on the world
Washington's election transformed Chicago politics, ending machine dominance and proving a Black-led multiracial coalition could govern America's third-largest city.
Sources
- Chicago Public Library
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