Tom Bradley Quotes

A collection of quotes by Tom Bradley.

Tom Bradley served as the 38th Mayor of Los Angeles from 1973 to 1993. Born on December 29, 1917, in Texas, Bradley moved to Los Angeles and became a police officer before entering politics. He made history in 1973 by becoming the first African American mayor of a major U.S. city. During his tenure, Bradley focused on improving race relations, expanding public transportation, and revitalizing downtown Los Angeles. His leadership and commitment to inclusivity made a lasting impact on the city. Tom Bradley passed away on September 29, 1998.