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Local Color

The little-known history of racism and the struggle for civil rights in Oregon.

05/01/1999 | Rating NR

OPB Specials

Local Color

Special | 57m 44sVideo has Closed Captions

The little-known history of racism and the struggle for civil rights in Oregon.

This documentary chronicles the little known history of racism in Oregon and the moving story of people, both black and white, who worked for civil rights. There are moments of highly disturbing racism in a state not known for diversity. But there are also moments of inspiration and courage as people take a stand to bring about important change.

05/01/1999 | Rating NR

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OPB Specials

Local Color

Special | 57m 44sVideo has Closed Captions

This documentary chronicles the little known history of racism in Oregon and the moving story of people, both black and white, who worked for civil rights. There are moments of highly disturbing racism in a state not known for diversity. But there are also moments of inspiration and courage as people take a stand to bring about important change.

05/01/1999 | Rating NR

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