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The1985 Atlanta mayoral election took place on October 8, 1985. Incumbent MayorAndrew Young easily won a second term against token opposition.[1]
During Young's first term, he was credited with uniting his natural constituency of black voters and the Atlanta white business establishment. Accomplishments touted by Mayor Young included bringing new businesses to Atlanta and a plan to reviveUnderground Atlanta.[4] Points of contention discussed by opponents included approval of thePresidential Parkway and his overseas traveling to promote Atlanta.[5] Nevertheless, economic prosperity and personal popularity for Mayor Young resulted in no major opponents stepping forward. The lack of credible opposition resulted in low turnout for the election.[6]
| Candidate | Votes | % |
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| Andrew Young (inc.) | 47,745 | 81.4 |
| J.K. Ramey | 7,026 | 11.9 |
| Marvin Yizar | 3,856 | 6.5 |
| Total | 58,627 | 100 |
| Blank/Over Votes | 6,832 | – |
| Total ballots | 65,459 | |
| Registered voters | 199,018 | 32.8 |
| Source:Fulton County Board of Elections{dead link} | ||
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