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An epic story of American politics, race, and triumph against all odds, that chronicles the captivating rise, surprising reign, and enduring legacy of Chicago’s first Black Mayor, Harold Washington.
Oct 14, 2021 · Punch 9 for Harold Washington: Directed by Joe Winston. With David Axelrod, Richard M. Daley, Jesse Jackson, Valerie Jarrett. The story of Harold Washington, elected in 1983 as Chicago's first African-American Mayor, the political battles he fought, and his legacy to Chicago and the nation.
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- Documentary
- Joe Winston
- 2021-10-14
Punch 9 for Harold Washington tells, for the first time, the story of how Harold Washington, by becoming Chicago’s first Black mayor, changed American politics. The coalition he forged transformed the local and national Democratic Party and helped launch the career of the nations first Black President, Barack Obama.
Punch 9 for Harold Washington. Harold Washington takes on a city rife with corruption and discrimination to be elected Chicago's first African-American mayor in 1983. Interviews with...
- Joe Winston
- Documentary
Sep 24, 2022 · Titled “ Punch 9 for Harold Washington ,” it has been shown at a few film festivals and premiers here at the Gene Siskel Film Center as part of the Chicago International Film Festival...
Oct 4, 2022 · The documentary recounts the surprising rise and the challenging tenure of Harold Washington, who became Chicago’s first Black mayor in 1983. It features archival footage, interviews and music from that era, as well as the legacy of his administration.
Aug 30, 2022 · © 2024 Google LLC. In this epic story of American politics, race, and triumph against all odds, director Joe Winston chronicles the captivating rise, surprising reign, and endu...
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- Punch 9 for Harold Washington
