Carolina Impact

A Profile on Harvey Gantt

Clip: Season 9 Episode 17 | 6m 33s  | Video has closed captioning.

39 years ago, Harvey Gantt was elected Charlotte's first black mayor -- in a mosty white and definitely southern city. It was a defining moment then, and an historic moment now. One of many moments in Harvey Gantt’s lifetime when what he did made a difference.

Aired: 02/15/22

Rating: NR

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