The Big Payback

In the groundbreaking documentary "The Big Payback," witness the powerful story of a small town's bold move to address the deep-rooted injustices of slavery and systemic racism. When the town of Evanston, Illinois, allocates $10 million in reparations for the descendants of enslaved Africans, the community is torn apart by differing opinions and emotions. Follow Alderwoman Simmons as she navigates her constituents through this historic endeavor, grappling with questions of justice, equality, and the true cost of freedom. This gripping film sheds light on the ongoing struggle for reparative justice and the power of grassroots activism to spark change.

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