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While Governor, Mecham became known for statements and actions that were widely perceived as racially charged or racist. Among these actions were the cancellation of the state's paid Martin Luther King Jr. Day and creating an unpaid King holiday on a Sunday, attributing high divorce rates to working women, and his defense of the word ...
Some said Mr. Mecham brought out the worst traits in Arizonans, like racism, bigotry and intolerance. In addition to canceling the King holiday, Mr. Mecham said that working women cause...
Mecham, a devout Mormon who had strong religious beliefs, was immediately labeled a racist. He didn’t help his cause when he referred to black children as “pickaninnies,” a term he described as one of endearment. After Mecham returned from a trade mission to the Far East, he offended another minority group.
Some said Mecham, a Republican, brought out the worst in Arizonans: racism, bigotry, intolerance. After taking office in January 1987, Mecham rescinded a Martin Luther King Jr. state holiday,...
Evan Mecham was the first governor in United States history to be confronted with a recall, impeachment and criminal indictment simultaneously. Although removed from office, the impact of Mecham's fifteen-month administration will permeate the social and political fabric of Arizona, as well as cloud its national image, for many years to come.
To counter accusations of his alleged racism, Evan Mecham notes that he is the first Arizona Governor to award cabinet positions to a black and a Native American.
146. 9.1K views 1 year ago The Dollop. Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds are back to discuss former Arizona Republican Governor, Evan Mecham. Mecham was infamous for making racist comments,...
