Coleman Alexander Young (May 24, 1918 – November 29, 1997) was an American politician who served as mayor of Detroit, Michigan from 1974 to 1994. Young was the first African-American mayor of Detroit.
Although Young had emerged from the far left element in Detroit, he moved to the right after his election as mayor. He called an ideological truce and gained widespread support from the city's business leaders. The new mayor was energetic in the construction of the Joe Louis Arena, and upgrading the city's mediocre mass transit system. Highly controversial was his assistance to General Motors to build its new "Poletown" plant at the site of the former Dodge Main plant, which involved evicting many long-time residents. It has been argued that he pulled money out of the neighborhood to rehabilitate the downtown business district, because "there were no other options."
Young's tenure as mayor has been blamed in part for the city's ills, especially the exodus of middle class taxpayers to the suburbs, the emergence of powerful drug-dealing gangs, and the rising crime rate. Political scientist James Q. Wilson wrote that, "In Detroit, Mayor Coleman Young rejected the integrationist goal in favor of a flamboyant, black-power style that won him loyal followers, but he left the city a fiscal and social wreck."
From the Vault: The life of Coleman Young, Detroit's first Black mayor
A look back at the life of Coleman A. Young, Detroit's first Black mayor who served from 1974 to 1994. He died in 1997.
published: 19 Aug 2022
1988 Detroit Black Journal Clip – Coleman Young
A 1988 Detroit Black Journal conversation between Mayor Coleman Young and host Ed Gordon. Episode 4652/Segment 2
published: 27 Nov 2018
Mayor Coleman A. Young Before the United States Joint Economic Committee, September 24, 1975
2015.007.063
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Color 16mm film containing of footage of Mayor Coleman A. Young testifying before United States Joint Economic Committee in Washington D.C. on September 24, 1975, about New York City's economic crisis. Young characterized it as a "national urban crisis" concerning city budgets and the bond market.
Young is introduced at the beginning of the film by Milwaukee mayor Henry Maier. Young references New York City's budget crisis, and talks about its effects on the national bond market. He discusses cuts made in Detroit's budget and services, and calls the high interest rates on bonds as extortion. He calls for action from Congress and President Gerald Ford's administration. Young is fo...
published: 17 Jan 2017
Coleman Young II unveils 'plan to restore Detroit'
Coleman Young II said there's a lot of work to be done in Detroit, and he claims he should be the one to do it.
published: 06 Apr 2018
Neighborhoods 13: Mayor Coleman Young at Manoogian Mansion (1985)
2015.007.012
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16mm color workprint with synchronized magnetic audio from the Sue Marx production, "This Is My Home, This Is Detroit," containing footage of an interview with Mayor Coleman A. Young shot in the Manoogian Mansion. Young discusses growing up in Detroit's Black Bottom neighborhood. He lists the schools he attended as a child, and reminisces about the scents of Eastern Market, barbecuing, and horses, and about the sounds of automobiles, and the blues. He is also asked to define "neighborhood." He talks about the Elmwood Four area's developments and residents and compares it to historic Black Bottom. Young discusses cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in Detroit, the warmth and charitab...
published: 18 Feb 2016
Detroit Black Journal Interview: Coleman Young | American Black Journal Clip
A 1990 Detroit Black Journal interview with Mayor Coleman Young. Episode 4615/Segment 2
published: 25 Feb 2018
Closing the Wedge on Coleman Young | Khary Turner | TEDxDetroit
History suggests legendary Detroit Mayor Coleman Young was as divisive as he was brilliant. History largely has it wrong. How about we rethink the Young narrative, connect it to the Detroit we live in today, and finally get on the same page about this man?
Khary Kimani Turner is an educator, author and artist from Detroit. His work bridges experiences in music, non-profit leadership and literature. From Coleman A. Young Foundation to Black Bottom Collective, he is an 'smarts and arts' guy, a husband and a father.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx
published: 27 Feb 2017
WXYZ-TV Archive: Detroit Mayor Coleman Young on Nelson Mandela's 1990 visit
Detroit Mayor Coleman A. Young speaks on Nelson Mandela during his visit to the city in 1990. Video from the archives of WXYZ-TV Channel 7.
published: 06 Dec 2013
Coleman A. Young International Airport to undergo renovations
City Airport now has its first approved Airport Layout Plan in 30 years, making it eligible for more than $100M in federal grants over next 10 years.
published: 13 Oct 2022
Mayor Coleman Young Press secretary, Bob Berg reacts to death of Bill Bonds
Mayor press secretary Bob Berg reacts to death of Bill Bonds.
Bonds was known for his confrontational style of reporting. Bill Bonds once challenged the former Mayor of Detroit to a boxing match. The mayor and the TV news anchor had a mutual respect despite their on air sparring.
Bill Bonds, a broadcasting legend who made his name at WXYZ-TV Channel 7, has died. The longtime anchorman passed away Saturday after suffering a heart attack. He was 82.
2015.007.063
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Color 16mm film containing of footage of Mayor Colema...
2015.007.063
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/A3903328-3C35-4356-A9C1-784368472070
Color 16mm film containing of footage of Mayor Coleman A. Young testifying before United States Joint Economic Committee in Washington D.C. on September 24, 1975, about New York City's economic crisis. Young characterized it as a "national urban crisis" concerning city budgets and the bond market.
Young is introduced at the beginning of the film by Milwaukee mayor Henry Maier. Young references New York City's budget crisis, and talks about its effects on the national bond market. He discusses cuts made in Detroit's budget and services, and calls the high interest rates on bonds as extortion. He calls for action from Congress and President Gerald Ford's administration. Young is followed by Newark mayor Kenneth Gibson, who begins talking off camera before the reel ends. There are two cuts while Young speaks. During his testimony, the committee's chairman, former Vice President Hubert Humphrey interjects several questions.
The film is wrapped on a yellow plastic core, and housed within a brown metal canister. A note previously attached to the spool read, "WJBK-TV2 News Edison/Mayor."
2015.007.063
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/A3903328-3C35-4356-A9C1-784368472070
Color 16mm film containing of footage of Mayor Coleman A. Young testifying before United States Joint Economic Committee in Washington D.C. on September 24, 1975, about New York City's economic crisis. Young characterized it as a "national urban crisis" concerning city budgets and the bond market.
Young is introduced at the beginning of the film by Milwaukee mayor Henry Maier. Young references New York City's budget crisis, and talks about its effects on the national bond market. He discusses cuts made in Detroit's budget and services, and calls the high interest rates on bonds as extortion. He calls for action from Congress and President Gerald Ford's administration. Young is followed by Newark mayor Kenneth Gibson, who begins talking off camera before the reel ends. There are two cuts while Young speaks. During his testimony, the committee's chairman, former Vice President Hubert Humphrey interjects several questions.
The film is wrapped on a yellow plastic core, and housed within a brown metal canister. A note previously attached to the spool read, "WJBK-TV2 News Edison/Mayor."
2015.007.012
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/EF7B7231-8AA4-4946-B2B3-786344455143
16mm color workprint with synchronized magnetic audio ...
2015.007.012
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/EF7B7231-8AA4-4946-B2B3-786344455143
16mm color workprint with synchronized magnetic audio from the Sue Marx production, "This Is My Home, This Is Detroit," containing footage of an interview with Mayor Coleman A. Young shot in the Manoogian Mansion. Young discusses growing up in Detroit's Black Bottom neighborhood. He lists the schools he attended as a child, and reminisces about the scents of Eastern Market, barbecuing, and horses, and about the sounds of automobiles, and the blues. He is also asked to define "neighborhood." He talks about the Elmwood Four area's developments and residents and compares it to historic Black Bottom. Young discusses cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in Detroit, the warmth and charitable engagement of Detroiters, and the challenges the city has faced. The clapboard and the rolls are labeled November 27, 1985.
2015.007.012
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/EF7B7231-8AA4-4946-B2B3-786344455143
16mm color workprint with synchronized magnetic audio from the Sue Marx production, "This Is My Home, This Is Detroit," containing footage of an interview with Mayor Coleman A. Young shot in the Manoogian Mansion. Young discusses growing up in Detroit's Black Bottom neighborhood. He lists the schools he attended as a child, and reminisces about the scents of Eastern Market, barbecuing, and horses, and about the sounds of automobiles, and the blues. He is also asked to define "neighborhood." He talks about the Elmwood Four area's developments and residents and compares it to historic Black Bottom. Young discusses cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in Detroit, the warmth and charitable engagement of Detroiters, and the challenges the city has faced. The clapboard and the rolls are labeled November 27, 1985.
History suggests legendary Detroit Mayor Coleman Young was as divisive as he was brilliant. History largely has it wrong. How about we rethink the Young narrati...
History suggests legendary Detroit Mayor Coleman Young was as divisive as he was brilliant. History largely has it wrong. How about we rethink the Young narrative, connect it to the Detroit we live in today, and finally get on the same page about this man?
Khary Kimani Turner is an educator, author and artist from Detroit. His work bridges experiences in music, non-profit leadership and literature. From Coleman A. Young Foundation to Black Bottom Collective, he is an 'smarts and arts' guy, a husband and a father.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx
History suggests legendary Detroit Mayor Coleman Young was as divisive as he was brilliant. History largely has it wrong. How about we rethink the Young narrative, connect it to the Detroit we live in today, and finally get on the same page about this man?
Khary Kimani Turner is an educator, author and artist from Detroit. His work bridges experiences in music, non-profit leadership and literature. From Coleman A. Young Foundation to Black Bottom Collective, he is an 'smarts and arts' guy, a husband and a father.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx
Mayor press secretary Bob Berg reacts to death of Bill Bonds.
Bonds was known for his confrontational style of reporting. Bill Bonds once challenged the former...
Mayor press secretary Bob Berg reacts to death of Bill Bonds.
Bonds was known for his confrontational style of reporting. Bill Bonds once challenged the former Mayor of Detroit to a boxing match. The mayor and the TV news anchor had a mutual respect despite their on air sparring.
Bill Bonds, a broadcasting legend who made his name at WXYZ-TV Channel 7, has died. The longtime anchorman passed away Saturday after suffering a heart attack. He was 82.
Mayor press secretary Bob Berg reacts to death of Bill Bonds.
Bonds was known for his confrontational style of reporting. Bill Bonds once challenged the former Mayor of Detroit to a boxing match. The mayor and the TV news anchor had a mutual respect despite their on air sparring.
Bill Bonds, a broadcasting legend who made his name at WXYZ-TV Channel 7, has died. The longtime anchorman passed away Saturday after suffering a heart attack. He was 82.
2015.007.063
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/A3903328-3C35-4356-A9C1-784368472070
Color 16mm film containing of footage of Mayor Coleman A. Young testifying before United States Joint Economic Committee in Washington D.C. on September 24, 1975, about New York City's economic crisis. Young characterized it as a "national urban crisis" concerning city budgets and the bond market.
Young is introduced at the beginning of the film by Milwaukee mayor Henry Maier. Young references New York City's budget crisis, and talks about its effects on the national bond market. He discusses cuts made in Detroit's budget and services, and calls the high interest rates on bonds as extortion. He calls for action from Congress and President Gerald Ford's administration. Young is followed by Newark mayor Kenneth Gibson, who begins talking off camera before the reel ends. There are two cuts while Young speaks. During his testimony, the committee's chairman, former Vice President Hubert Humphrey interjects several questions.
The film is wrapped on a yellow plastic core, and housed within a brown metal canister. A note previously attached to the spool read, "WJBK-TV2 News Edison/Mayor."
2015.007.012
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/EF7B7231-8AA4-4946-B2B3-786344455143
16mm color workprint with synchronized magnetic audio from the Sue Marx production, "This Is My Home, This Is Detroit," containing footage of an interview with Mayor Coleman A. Young shot in the Manoogian Mansion. Young discusses growing up in Detroit's Black Bottom neighborhood. He lists the schools he attended as a child, and reminisces about the scents of Eastern Market, barbecuing, and horses, and about the sounds of automobiles, and the blues. He is also asked to define "neighborhood." He talks about the Elmwood Four area's developments and residents and compares it to historic Black Bottom. Young discusses cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in Detroit, the warmth and charitable engagement of Detroiters, and the challenges the city has faced. The clapboard and the rolls are labeled November 27, 1985.
History suggests legendary Detroit Mayor Coleman Young was as divisive as he was brilliant. History largely has it wrong. How about we rethink the Young narrative, connect it to the Detroit we live in today, and finally get on the same page about this man?
Khary Kimani Turner is an educator, author and artist from Detroit. His work bridges experiences in music, non-profit leadership and literature. From Coleman A. Young Foundation to Black Bottom Collective, he is an 'smarts and arts' guy, a husband and a father.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx
Mayor press secretary Bob Berg reacts to death of Bill Bonds.
Bonds was known for his confrontational style of reporting. Bill Bonds once challenged the former Mayor of Detroit to a boxing match. The mayor and the TV news anchor had a mutual respect despite their on air sparring.
Bill Bonds, a broadcasting legend who made his name at WXYZ-TV Channel 7, has died. The longtime anchorman passed away Saturday after suffering a heart attack. He was 82.
Coleman Alexander Young (May 24, 1918 – November 29, 1997) was an American politician who served as mayor of Detroit, Michigan from 1974 to 1994. Young was the first African-American mayor of Detroit.
Although Young had emerged from the far left element in Detroit, he moved to the right after his election as mayor. He called an ideological truce and gained widespread support from the city's business leaders. The new mayor was energetic in the construction of the Joe Louis Arena, and upgrading the city's mediocre mass transit system. Highly controversial was his assistance to General Motors to build its new "Poletown" plant at the site of the former Dodge Main plant, which involved evicting many long-time residents. It has been argued that he pulled money out of the neighborhood to rehabilitate the downtown business district, because "there were no other options."
Young's tenure as mayor has been blamed in part for the city's ills, especially the exodus of middle class taxpayers to the suburbs, the emergence of powerful drug-dealing gangs, and the rising crime rate. Political scientist James Q. Wilson wrote that, "In Detroit, Mayor Coleman Young rejected the integrationist goal in favor of a flamboyant, black-power style that won him loyal followers, but he left the city a fiscal and social wreck."
American gothic horror film remake of the 1922 German film of the same name about an obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her ... A young woman jumps into the backseat of a yellow taxi at JFK airport.
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... new wealth, pushing the city's overall assessed property value over $10 billion for the first time in more than 25 years, Mayor MikeDuggan announced Tuesday at the Coleman A. YoungMunicipalCenter.
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