Goode was the second Black American to serve as Phoenix’s city councilman, for a record 22 consecutive years.
Today we lost a living legend. His legacy will live beyond us all. Truly an honor to have called Vice Mayor Calvin C.Goode a mentor, friend, and leader. https://t.co/WGHQWV30uJ
The Oklahoma native was initially denied the high school experience in Arizona due to his race. He earned a Master’s degree from Arizona State University and worked 30 years for the Phoenix Union High School District. He also owned his own tax-accounting business.
Goode was dubbed the “conscience” of the Phoenix City Council because his efforts addressed disadvantaged youth, empowering minority-owned businesses, fighting discrimination and improving impoverished areas of the community.