Former Black mayor of Denver Wellington Webb discusses politics, Democrats
/Former Mayor of Denver Wellington Webb
spoke to roughly 75 students last night in Goddard Chapel regarding the
future of a Democratic Party that is currently out of power and,
according to some, out of touch. In 1991, Webb was elected as the first
African-American mayor of Denver and served as mayor for a 10 year
period, until 2003. During his time as mayor, Webb oversaw the
completion of the new Denver International Airport, a sports stadium
and an African-American research library. Webb said he is also credited
for significantly lowering Denver's crime rate, and improving the
educational system. "Being mayor was very satisfying because I got to
see my projects realized," he said. Webb said that if he were to run
for an office in national politics he would not be able to see his
ideas and plans come to fruition as quickly as he experienced as mayor.
Webb addressed many issues ranging from urban politics to his vision
for the future of the Democratic Party. [more]
