Gus Garcia, Mayor of Austin 2001-2003 on Southern Shift TV

Mayor Gus Garcia is the only person of color who has ever served Austin, Texas, as Mayor. Even today, only one Black and one Latino person are allowed on the 7-member Austin City Council. Find out why. Mayor Garcia breaks down the history of racial politics in Austin. In just a few minutes, you can become an expert in Austin's racial political history.