Legends of Charlotte: Harvey Gantt on the 'bumpy road' of change

He was the first Black student at Clemson and the first Black mayor of Charlotte. Now 78, Harvey Gantt reflects on the city's growth, his hopes for the future and why it's hard to talk about race.

Editor’s note: It’s Legends of Charlotte Week at The Ledger, and we’re bringing our members a series of fresh interviews with newsmakers from decades past who had profound impacts on Charlotte. They’re trailblazers in politics and civic life, pioneering entrepreneurs and people who captured the attention of the community and forged unique contributions.…