Wide Open S1 E2 | Strong Mayor Explained: Protecting Representation and Identity

What happens when power is concentrated in one elected leader?  

In Episode two of Wide Open, we dive into the Strong Mayor model—what it looks like, why some cities embrace it, and the arguments for and against it. From representation and accountability to the risks of partisanship and influence, we explore whether this approach creates stronger leadership or opens the door to old problems.