Show Me a Hero

Overview

Mayor Nick Wasicsko's 1987 inauguration coincides with a tumultuous period in Yonkers, as federal mandates demand public housing be established in predominantly white, middle-class neighborhoods. This controversial decision ignites fierce opposition and deep-seated tensions, exposing the city's racial divisions and political strife. Amidst the chaos, Wasicsko grapples with the repercussions of his leadership, navigating a landscape marred by fear, violence, and a struggle for justice. The series captures the complexities of urban politics and the human stories intertwined with the fight for equality and community.

Episodes

• 1
  

  Part 1

  Nick Wasicsko makes history as the youngest mayor of a major city in the United States, but the weight of his new role comes with significant challeng...

  Aug 16, 2015
• 2
  

  Part 2

  Title: Part 2 Plot: Chaos erupts when a federal judge, frustrated by the ongoing stalling, issues a final warning to the mayor of Yonkers and the Cit...

  Aug 16, 2015
• 3
  

  Part 3

  Mayor Wasicsko manages to garner some agreement and pushes through a housing proposal after a challenging vote, leading housing officials to start pre...

  Aug 23, 2015
• 4
  

  Part 4

  The newly elected mayor vows to fight against the housing project, despite uncertainty about his actual influence on the situation. At the same time, ...

  Aug 23, 2015
• 5
  

  Part 5

  Title: Part 5 Plot: Fueled by a newfound understanding that he championed a noble cause during the housing conflict, Wasicsko sets his sights on a po...

  Aug 30, 2015
• 6
  

  Part 6

  The new residents are faced with an extensive orientation, prompting some to reconsider their decision to move into communities that seem unwelcoming....

  Aug 30, 2015