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Brick by Brick: A Civil Rights Story

A Reel Progress Screening

Thursday, February 28, 2008, 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Pizza will be served at 6:30pm.

"Brick by Brick: A Civil Rights Story" follows three families in a contemporary American battle for equal opportunity. One city's struggle over racial discrimination and how to redress institutional housing segregation is shown in a confrontation that challenges and changes Yonkers, New York.

Drawn deeply into the conflict, the people in "Brick by Brick: A Civil Rights Story" show how contemporary America confronts the issues of race and opportunity today. Through their city's crucible they deal with the meaning of civil rights in a contemporary context.

This story describes the racial and class divisions still running through American hearts and minds, and the important role of political activism and leadership in bridging them.

Location

Center for American Progress
1333 H St. NW, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Map & Directions

Nearest Metro: Blue/Orange Line to McPherson Square or Red Line to Metro Center

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