Show Me a Hero

Nick Wasicsko's becomes the youngest newly elected big-city mayor in the US. Inexperienced and green, he is obligated to build public housing for the Causcasian neighbourhoods in Yonkers.

When the Federal judge gives his final ultimatum to the City Council; Mayor Wasicsko buckles under the pressure of building 200-low income homes; East and West Yonkers go head-to-head over the building project.

Despite having no political backup, Mayor Wasicsko pushes through with a new housing plan; Yonkers spokeswoman Mary Dorman talks to the press.

As construction on the town homes begin, a new mayor pledges to oppose the housing facilities; Nick struggles to reconcile himself to a lifestyle without political power.

As the new residents for the townhouses are being screened and processed, the former Mayor plans his political comeback and is armed with supporters and growing recognition.

The new residents begin to have second thoughts about moving into the neighbourhoods that don't want them; Nick Wasicko fights for his political viability; Mary Dorman is asked to serve the incoming residents.