Breaking significant racial and gender barriers, Shirley Franklin took office as the 58th mayor of Atlanta. Her election marked a historic moment as she became not only the first African American woman to serve as mayor of Atlanta but also the first to lead a major Southern city in the United States. Her leadership focused on urban renewal, infrastructure, and ethics reform, setting a national example for civic progress.
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