Harold Washington
Harold Washington was the first African American mayor of Chicago, whose election in 1983 inspired Jerry Butler to enter politics and serve on the Cook County Board.
Born on Apr 15, 1922 (104 years old)
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Popular 1980s Democratic Mayor Harold Washington vetoed several budgets during his tenure.
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United Kingdom:
Harold Washington signed an executive order making Chicago a sanctuary city.
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Harold Washington was the first African American Mayor of Chicago, whose election encouraged Jerry Butler to enter politics.
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France:
Harold Washington was the first Black mayor of Chicago, whose election encouraged Jerry Butler to enter politics.
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United States:
Encouraged by the 1983 election of Harold Washington, Chicago’s first Black mayor, he ran successfully for the Cook County Board in 1985.
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