Unit 9 Modern Georgia 

SS8H12 Explain the importance of developments in Georgia since the late 20th century Explain how the continued development of Atlanta under mayors Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young impacted the state. b. Describe the role of Jimmy Carter in Georgia as state senator, governor, president, and past president. c. Evaluate the short-term and long-term impacts of hosting the 1996 Olympics on Georgia’s economic and population growth. d. Analyze Georgia’s role in the national and global economy of the 21st Century, with regard to tourism, Savannah port expansion, and the film industry.

Maynard Jackson Atlanta Mayor © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

(1938-2003)  the first African-American or Black mayor of a major southern city.  Serving as mayor of Atlanta from 1973-1981 and again from 1990-1994. Jackson was instrumental in providing more contract work to black-owned businesses and expanding Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport. A new international terminal was added while he was mayor He also sought to add more African American or Black police officers to the city’s police force and to make sure that more African-Americans or Blacks were promoted in the department. 

Mayor Maynard Jackson

Jackson encouraged Atlanta to become a financial center and distribution hub for the southeast.  He also expanded international convention facilities and sold Atlanta’s image as a major convention center to the state, nation and world. He improved city housing and social conditions through Affirmative Action programs. Jackson also improved the mass transit system, making it one of the most modern in the United States. Accomplishments​

Andrew Young Atlanta Mayor © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Mayor Andrew young

Accomplishments Young was elected mayor of Atlanta in 1981. As mayor, he was instrumental in the city’s continued growth and national and international prestige.  Andrew Young (b. 1932) moved to Georgia when he accepted the position of pastor at Bethany Congressional Church, in Thomasville. Young became active in the Civil Rights Movement and primarily focused on voter registration drives. In 1961, Young resigned from his job and started working for the SCLC and began organizing “citizenship schools” that helped train civil rights volunteers in organizing and taking part in non-violent protest.

Accomplishments His accomplishments as the mayor of Atlanta include bringing $70 billion in new private investment to the city of Atlanta, 1,100 new businesses and one million jobs to the region.  He expanded programs for including minority and female owned businesses in all city contracts. He tripled college scholarships given to Atlanta public school graduates and was instrumental in overhauling and privatizing Zoo Atlanta and hosted the 1988 Democratic National Convention. After leaving office in 1989, Young continued to work for Georgia’s economic development, served as co-chair of Georgia’s 1996 Olympic committee

Senator, Governor, & President Jimmy Carter Senator, Governor, & President © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Early Life James Earl Carter, Jr. was born on October 1, 1924 in Plains, Georgia. Carter had a military career in the Navy, but returned home to Plains after his father passed away. Jimmy, his wife Rosalynn, and their four kids managed the family peanut farm. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

James Earl Carter, Jr. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Senator Carter began his political career in 1962 when he won the state senate position for the 14th District of Georgia. He served two terms in the State Senate and promoted the need for reorganizing Georgia’s system while in office. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Governor In 1970, Jimmy Carter won the governor’s race and quickly began to create a “new Georgia”. In his inaugural address, he informed Georgians that it was time for segregation to end. Carter favored integration and often butted heads with his lieutenant governor, Lester Maddox, over promoting civil rights. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

In his inaugural speech, Carter stated, “No poor, rural, weak, or black person should ever have to bear the additional burden of being deprived of the opportunity of an education, a job, or simple justice.” © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Governor Carter used his four years in office to restructure the entire state government and completely change the format of the state budget. He also pushed for reforms of Georgia’s education, mental health, and criminal justice systems. Carter also favored business and industrial growth in Georgia. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

President In the 1976 election, Carter defeated incumbent Republican President Gerald Ford to become the 39th president of the United States. President Carter served from 1977 to 1981 and created several new programs and departments that are still a fundamental part of the federal government today. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

On inauguration day, President Carter and his family walk down Pennsylvania Avenue. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Camp David Accords For centuries, Arabs and Jews have fought over land in the Middle East. President Carter invited Egypt’s president and Israel’s prime minister to Camp David (the president’s personal retreat) to try to work out a peace agreement. On September 17, 1978, the leaders negotiated a peace treaty and signed the Camp David Accords. Many saw this as a diplomatic miracle and Carter was given credit for his role in negotiating the agreement. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

On 17th September 1978, Sadat and Begin signed a document entitled "The Framework for Peace in the Middle East”, also known as the Camp David Accords. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Soviets After Carter exercised his foreign policy in the Middle East, he established the SALT II nuclear limitation treaty with the Soviet Union which limited the number of nuclear weapons held by the US and the USSR. Not long after agreeing to the terms, the Soviets ignored the agreement and invaded Afghanistan. President Carter responded with a grain embargo and a boycott of the 1980 Olympic Games in Moscow; however, many Americans questioned whether he was capable of being tough enough with the Soviets. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Carter & Brezhnev sign SALT II - 1979 © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Iran Hostage Crisis Even more damaging for Carter’s presidency was the Iran Hostage Crisis. In 1979, Iranian students captured the US embassy in Tehran and took those inside hostage. The students were angry at Carter for allowing Iran’s former leader to enter the US for medical treatment. They demanded the Shah be returned to Iran in exchange for the hostages.

Iranian students storm US embassy © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Iran Hostage Crisis Carter refused the exchange and the crisis continued. Five months later, Carter authorized a rescue attempt that failed when a military helicopter crashed into a transport plane, killing several US soldiers. Americans were angry and blamed President Carter for not taking better control of the event. When Carter lost the 1980 election, the Iranians agreed to let the hostages go.

The 52 hostages were released within hours of Carter leaving office. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Post-Presidency While his approval ratings may not have been high as president, Carter has become one of the most admired ex-presidents in history. Carter has worked to promote democracy and human rights around the world, and has often been called on to represent the US in diplomatic efforts. He built the Carter Center in Atlanta in 1982, and it works to fight diseases and starvation throughout the world. The Center has also monitored over 80 elections in 34 countries to ensure fair and balanced results and provided additional assistance to the democratic process. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

© 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Nobel Prize For his dedication to humanitarian efforts and ending international conflict, Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. The award is given to the person whose work has most benefited mankind. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Jimmy Carter receives Nobel Peace Prize. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

SS8H12d 1996 Olympic Games © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Atlanta 1996 In 1996, Atlanta hosted the Centennial Summer Olympic Games. The festivities not only honored the hundredth anniversary of the modern Olympics but also brought recognition and investment to Georgia from all over the world. With the opening of the Games, Atlanta welcomed 197 nations, as well as countless spectators to the city. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Note: I am in this picture in the middle zero! © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Atlanta 1996 Existing sports venues were expanded and additional venues were constructed not only throughout the city, but also throughout the state and other surrounding states. Downtown Atlanta was revamped with new sidewalks, trees, and lights, and the 21-acre Centennial Park was developed in the heart of the city. The Olympic Stadium became the new home for the Atlanta Braves. New dormitories were built for Olympic athletes and are now used by state universities. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Centennial Olympic Park © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Atlanta Olympic Stadium © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Impact The city of Atlanta and the entire state of Georgia benefitted economically from hosting the Olympics. The estimated impact of the Olympics on Atlanta was over five billion dollars, and much of Georgia’s economic fortune today is a result of the Centennial Olympic games. The Olympics also established Atlanta’s reputation as a excellent place for tourism, commerce, and sports. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

© 2015 Brain Wrinkles

Benefits New jobs and facilities were created throughout the state for the Olympics. The government increased its revenue through taxes, which was then spent on providing services and programs for Georgia’s citizens. Since the Olympics, many businesses have relocated to Georgia to take advantage of Atlanta being in international city. © 2015 Brain Wrinkles

How did the 1996 Olympics affect Atlanta and the state of Georgia How did the 1996 Olympics affect Atlanta and the state of Georgia? (copy all) Economic Growth Jobs Sports Facilities Tax Revenue Global Exposure (Tourism) © 2015 Brain Wrinkles