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Published on Feb 14, 2013

Watch the full-length episode at http://video.pbs.org/video/2325571478 (US Only)
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In this excerpt from the Independent Lens documentary, The Powerbroker, we see how Whitney Young, Jr. established himself in the business world before moving on to become a leader in the civil rights movement.

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  • VEGANSAM

    VEGANSAM 2 months ago

    Amazing documentary...about an amazing man.

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  • deborah harper

    deborah harper 3 months ago

    Congratulations Mr Young, all honor to you for opening the eyes of those white controlling men. That took strength, intuition, intelligence and bravery! I desire to see this film.

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  • miclroon

    miclroon 3 months ago

    gonna be a dick and say first

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