1. SS8H12a
Maynard
Jackson
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2. Maynard Jackson 1st African American Mayor of a southern city.
Served as mayor two separate times.
and
Graduate of Morehouse
Expanded the Airport and MARTA
African American business thrived due to his efforts to provide contracts.
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3. Maynard Jackson
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4. Maynard Jackson
Along with Billy Payne and Andrew Young, Jackson worked on the committee to bring the 1996 Olympics to GA.
In 2003, there were discussions about Jackson running for the US Senate, but his health would not allow that.
He dies the same year, and the airport was re-named Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in honor of his influence and impact.
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Andrew
Young
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6. Andrew Young Civil Rights Leader and Pastor
Worked to register African Americans to vote and marched in several protest marches.
1972: He became the 1st African American from Georgia elected to the US Congress since RECONSTRUCTION!
1977: Appointed US Ambassador to the UN by President Jimmy Carter
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7. Andrew Young
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8. Andrew Young Mayor of Atlanta after Jackson (1981-1988) Elected by 80%
Worked with Billy Payne and Maynard Jackson to bring 1996 Olympics to GA
Revamped Atlanta Zoo
Andrew Young School of Policy GA State University
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1996
Olympic
Games
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10. Atlanta 1996
The Olympics brought four long-term benefits to the state:
Millions of dollars were spent to create world-class competition facilities
Roads were widened and improved, hotels and restaurants were built/expanded
The Olympics brought international recognition to Atlanta
The Olympics brought volunteer programs, educational and training programs, and employment opportunities to thousands of Georgia’s citizens
The economic impact of the Olympic Games brought billions of dollars into Georgia’s economy
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12. 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.
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13. Centennial Olympic Park
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14. Atlanta Olympic Stadium
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15. 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.
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17. 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.
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18. How did the 1996 Olympics affect Atlanta and the state of Georgia?
Economic
Growth
Jobs
Sports
Facilities
Tax
Revenue
Global
Exposure
(Tourism)
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