African American politicians.

  • The Governor : a national tragedy / by Frank Dwyer ; produced by Suzan Shown Harjo and Frank Harjo

    This is a New York Chamber Theatre production of “The Governor: a National Tragedy” by Frank Dwyer, presented in June, 1972 at the Lincoln Center LMPA Theatre. The play concerns the first Black governor of the state of Mississippi. Directed by Suzan Shown [Harjo], and including the following cast members: Russell Costen, Charles Lutz, Frank…

  • Warren Widener, mayor-elect of Berkeley

    The city of Berkeley’s first Black mayor, Warren Widener (1938-2013) discusses how he hopes to implement his programs, the role of the police in the community, and providing aid for schools, among other subjects. This interview with Al Silbowitz and Elsa Knight Thompson was broadcast live on KPFA, Monday, April 26, 1971. |