On this day in 1973, Thomas J. “Tom” Bradley was elected as the 38th Mayor of Los Angeles, becoming the first and only African-American to hold the office. Bradley served for five consecutive terms, from 1973 to 1993, making his 20-year tenure the longest in the city’s history. His leadership helped shape modern Los Angeles, fostering economic development, international recognition, and efforts toward greater racial inclusivity.
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