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“If you don't like affirmative action, what is your plan to guarantee a level playing field of opportunity?”

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Maynard Jackson

Maynard Jackson was a significant figure in Atlanta's political history, becoming the city's first African American mayor. Born on March 23, 1938, and passing away on June 23, 2003, his tenure from 1974 to 1982 was marked by a focus on economic development, civil rights, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. more

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