Opportunity Lost? The Story of Charles Williamson, Erie’s Last Republican Mayor
Erie’s 20th century battle between Democratic Populists and Republican Reformers ended in 1965 with the defeat of Mayor Charles Williamson, who failed to fully utilize his opportunity to create a Republican political base. Why so? And, is it possible that in defeat, the Republican principles actually lived on in different forms with victorious Democrats? – William P. Garvey, Ph.D.
Dr. William Garvey received his B.A. from Gannon University and his M.S. and Ph.D. in history from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Garvey had a rich, 42-year career as an educator and administrator of Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pa. – serving as the college’s president for 25 years. Dr. Garvey currently serves as the President of The Jefferson Educational Society, Erie’s think tank for community progress.
