Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young: Atlanta Mayors

Notable Figures in Atlanta's History

• Maynard Jackson: First African-American Mayor of Atlanta, serving 3 terms from 1973-1981 and 1990-1994
• Key accomplishments: Provided more contract work to black-owned businesses, expanded Hartsfield International Airport, and increased black police officers
• Posthumous recognition: Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport was named in his honor

Andrew Young

• Started working for the SCLC in 1961, organizing Civil Rights demonstrations and voter registration campaigns
• Close friend to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
• Elected Georgia's first black Congressman since Reconstruction in 1972
• Served as Ambassador to the United Nations from 1977 to 1981
• Elected Mayor of Atlanta in 1981, serving two terms
• Co-chair of Georgia's 1996 Olympic committee

Jimmy Carter

• Only President born in Georgia, focused on education in the State Senate
• Successful as Governor of Georgia, reducing state agencies from 300 to 25
• Improved education, justice, and mental health systems
• Ran for President in 1976 and won, creating a new cabinet position for the Department of Education
• Foreign policy centered on human rights, with successes including:
  • Camp David Accords: Peace between Israel and Egypt
  • SALT II Treaty: Reduction of nuclear arms between the U.S. and Soviet Union
  • Ratification of Panama Canal Treaties
  • Establishment of diplomatic relations with China
• Failures include:
  • Accusations of inaction on a bad economy
  • Boycott of the 1980 summer Olympics
  • Iran Hostage Crisis
• Post-Presidential Career:
  • Founded the Carter Center, monitoring elections, resolving conflicts, and treating diseases worldwide
  • Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, Presidential Medal of Freedom, and a Grammy for spoken voice

The Atlanta Olympics

• Olympic Planning Committee: Billy Payne, Andrew Young, and Maynard Jackson
• Brought four long-term benefits to the state:
  • Millions of dollars spent on world-class competition facilities
  • International recognition to Atlanta
  • Volunteer programs, educational and training programs, and employment opportunities
  • Millions of dollars into Georgia's economy
• Improved infrastructure reduced traffic congestion, and international visitors were impressed with "southern hospitality"

Tourism in Georgia

• Over 60 million people visit and tour Georgia each year, generating $6 billion in revenue
• Over a quarter of a million Georgians work in jobs related to tourism

Savannah Port Expansion

• Total impact of Georgia's deepwater ports is $67 billion
• Over 352,000 Georgians work in jobs related to the ports, generating $18.5 billion in income annually
• The Savannah Harbor Expansion Project (SHEP) will deepen the port and allow for larger vessels to enter, increasing trade through Georgia
• Expected completion: 2019

Film Industry in Georgia

• Georgia is now the No. 1 filming location in the world, according to Film L.A.
• The industry has a significant impact on the state's economy, generating $9.5 billion in revenue