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They Can't Break Our Union

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"They Can't Break Our Union" chronicles the longest strike in Massachusetts history, which came to be a national symbol for labor unions fighting for their continued survival. When 68 members of United Auto Workers Local 430 went on strike at Sterling Radiator, an industrial radiator plant in Westfield, Massachusetts, they thought it would be a typical contract dispute. However, it soon became apparent that the company was out to break their union by permanently hiring replacement workers.

An Act of Conscience Part Two

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Filmed in a cinema-verité style over a five-year period, "An Act of Conscience Part Two" finishes the story of a family in western Massachusetts whose home was seized by federal marshals and IRS agents after they publicly refused to pay federal taxes as a protest against war and military spending. Narrated by actor Martin Sheen.

An Act of Conscience Part One

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Filmed in a cinema-verité style over a five-year period, "An Act of Conscience Part One" chronicles the story of a family in western Massachusetts whose home was seized by federal marshals and IRS agents after they publicly refused to pay federal taxes as a protest against war and military spending. Narrated by actor Martin Sheen.

The Peace Patriots Part Two

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A chronicle of the early protests against the U.S. invasion and military occupation of Iraq as seen through a diverse group of individuals, ranging in age from 14 to 75, including teenagers, college students, war veterans, teachers, clergy, and community activists, as they take part in vigils, marches, theater performances, and civil disobedience sit-ins, "The Peace Patriots Part Two," narrated by Janeane Garofalo, features music by Steve Earle, Pete Seeger, Ani DiFranco, Billy Bragg, Jonatha Brooke and John Sheldon.

The Peace Patriots Part One

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A chronicle of the early protests against the U.S. invasion and military occupation of Iraq as seen through a diverse group of individuals, ranging in age from 14 to 75, including teenagers, college students, war veterans, teachers, clergy, and community activists, as they take part in vigils, marches, theater performances, and civil disobedience sit-ins, "The Peace Patriots Part One," narrated by Janeane Garofalo, features music by Steve Earle, Pete Seeger, Ani DiFranco, Billy Bragg, Jonatha Brooke and John Sheldon.

Spirited Engagement: Stories of the American Friends Service Committee

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The American Friends Service Committee carries out service, development, social justice, and peace programs throughout the world. "Spirited Engagement" tells compelling stories from AFSCs past and present that convey the quiet spirit and ongoing impact of this Nobel prize-winning peace and justice organization.

August in the Empire State Part Two

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The 2004 presidential election was one of the most politically divisive moments in recent American history. Amidst the division, the Republican Party held its first ever convention in New York City. Using the convention and the animated reaction of New Yorkers as its backdrop, "August in the Empire State Part Two" continues a look at the forgotten debate over the growth of poverty in America. The film takes the viewer behind the scenes, exposing the people and the very personal stakes at the heart of what divides us as a country.

August in the Empire State Part One

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The 2004 presidential election was one of the most politically divisive moments in recent American history. Amidst the division, the Republican Party held its first ever convention in New York City, a potent symbol for both President Bush and the local progressives energized to defeat him. Using the convention and the animated reaction of New Yorkers as its backdrop, "August in the Empire State Part One" delves into the forgotten debate over the growth of poverty in America.

Trespassing Part Three

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"Trespassing Part Three" completes the story of a deadly political and ethical controversy around land rights, uranium mining, nuclear testing and the disposal of nuclear waste, and examines the ability of a culture to bring itself to the brink of annihilation while simultaneously producing "gatekeepers" to combat that annihilation. "Trespassing" offers an in-depth and provocative examination of historical survival and struggle designed to impact the present generation and alter a deadly course of action.

Trespassing Part Two

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"Trespassing Part Two" continues the story of a deadly political and ethical controversy around land rights, uranium mining, nuclear testing and the disposal of nuclear waste, and examines the ability of a culture to bring itself to the brink of annihilation while simultaneously producing "gatekeepers" to combat that annihilation. "Trespassing" offers an in-depth and provocative examination of historical survival and struggle designed to impact the present generation and alter a deadly course of action.

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