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The Millennium Mayor

The Millennium Mayor

Written by: St. Louis Public Radio
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A podcast exploring pivotal moments in Francis G. Slay’s St. Louis legacy. How did six critical days shape Francis G. Slay's impact on St. Louis? In this new series, St. Louis Public Radio takes a deep dive into the political career of St. Louis’ longest serving mayor. From his first day in office in 2001, to the state takeover of city schools in 2007 and the marriage of four same-sex couples at City Hall in 2014, The Millennium Mayor breaks down how St. Louis has changed under Francis Slay’s leadership.St. Louis Public Radio
Episodes
  • April 18, 2017: What’s next for St. Louis?

    April 18, 2017: What’s next for St. Louis?
    Apr 10 2017
    St. Louis’ new mayor, Lyda Krewson, will pick up where Francis Slay left off – both in what he started and what he left undone after 16 years in office.
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    24 mins
  • March 31, 2016: The "best phone call" of all

    March 31, 2016: The "best phone call" of all
    Apr 10 2017
    Was Mayor Francis Slay a visionary or merely a reactionary in his approach to development in St. Louis?
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    23 mins
  • June 25, 2014: Tying the knot with LGBTQ community

    June 25, 2014: Tying the knot with LGBTQ community
    Apr 10 2017
    St. Louis’ LGBTQ community had an ally in Mayor Francis Slay, but some critics say he could have done more on issues like transgender rights and homelessness.
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    26 mins
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