Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race
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Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race

Bridging the Divide: Tom Bradley and the Politics of Race (2015)

Genres - Historical Film  |   Run Time - 55 min.  |   Countries - United States  |   MPAA Rating - NR
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The story of former L.A. mayor Tom Bradley (1917-98), who was the son of sharecroppers and grandson of a slave. In 1973, backed by a multi-racial coalition, he was elected mayor, becoming the first African-American to hold the office. He won re-election on five occasions, serving for a total of 20 years; and also ran twice for governor. The documentary includes historical footage and photos; and remarks from colleagues, family members, historians and journalists.