How to Sue the Klan | Official Trailer
Preview: Season 10 Episode 1002 | 17sVideo has Closed Captions
Five Black women take on the Klan in a landmark 1982 civil case for justice.
In 1982, five Black women from Chattanooga sued the Ku Klux Klan in a groundbreaking civil case. Their victory set a legal precedent that held the Klan accountable and inspired future battles against organized hate. This film chronicles their bravery and the lasting impact of their fight for justice and community healing.
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How to Sue the Klan | Official Trailer
Preview: Season 10 Episode 1002 | 17sVideo has Closed Captions
In 1982, five Black women from Chattanooga sued the Ku Klux Klan in a groundbreaking civil case. Their victory set a legal precedent that held the Klan accountable and inspired future battles against organized hate. This film chronicles their bravery and the lasting impact of their fight for justice and community healing.
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A Buried Statute Opens New Doors
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A legal team working to get justice for victims of the KKK finds hope in a 150-year-old statute. (1m 11s)
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After five Black women are shot by members of the KKK, the three men face trial. (1m 34s)
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