He's the Mayor

Year of Publication
1986
Publication Type
Television Script
Number of Pages or Episodes
13 episodes
Language
English
Contributors Author: Winston Moss
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Abstract
Pittsburgh elects Carl Burke (Kevin Hooks), a black 25-year-old, as its youngest-ever mayor. Burke’s charisma, honesty, and ability to slam dunk make up for his inexperience, while his father serves as his chief advisor, a janitor, and chauffeur.
Notes
The city is unnamed in the script, but producers chose Pittsburgh to represent mythic American cities on the rise after economic distress.
Author Biography
Winston Moss is a screenwriter of Black sitcoms including Sanford and Son and Diff'rent Strokes.
Time
1980s
Published
unpublished
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