What It Means to Be a Public Servant | Jerry Brown: The Disrupter

Examine public service through the legacy of former Gov. Jerry Brown of California in this video from Jerry Brown: The Disrupter | American Masters. Like many United States politicians, Brown’s time in office had highs and lows. This media gallery focuses on Brown’s commitment to serving the people of California, focusing heavily on climate change and fighting inequality. While Brown’s political career is long and varied, this resource highlights his first two terms as governor of California (1975-1983), his time as mayor of Oakland, California (1999-2007), and his second two terms as governor (2011-2019).