In Defense of Justice in Denver
28m · Documentary
The only people charged over the brutal police murder of Elijah McClain are community activists who organized mass peaceful demonstrations calling for justice. They are facing up to 48 years in prison - among the highest charges for peaceful political protest in recent history.
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When a City Rises
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2020 · ★ 6.1
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Zensur: Die organisierte Manipulation der Wikipedia und anderer Medien
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2004 · ★ 4.3
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