Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
The emotional and dramatic story of the decades-long push for equality and accessibility that culminated in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. A story of courage and perseverance, the film highlights the determined people who literally put their bodies on the line to achieve their goal and change the lives of all Americans. From AMERICAN EXPERIENCE.
Episodes
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Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 53m
The emotional and dramatic story of the decades-long push for equality and accessibility that culminated in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. A story of courage and perseverance, the film highlights the determined people who literally put their bodies on the line to achieve their goal and change the lives of all Americans. From AMERICAN EXPERIENCE.
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Forgotten Hero: Walter White and the NAACP
S37 E1 - 1h 52m
The civil rights movement was set in motion by activists of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. While some of its leaders are familiar, Walter White — NAACP head from 1929 to 1955 and one of America’s most influential Black men — has been all but forgotten. This film traces the fascinating and complex life of this neglected civil rights hero. From AMERICAN EXPERIENCE.
Extras + Features
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Trailer | ASL | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 2m 23s
ASL The dramatic story of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. The film highlights the determined people who literally put their bodies on the line to pass the legislation that changed the lives of all Americans.
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Chapter 1 | Extended Audio Description | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 11m 31s
EXTENDED AUDIO DESCRIPTION Watch a preview of Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Trailer | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 2m 24s
The dramatic story of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. The film highlights the determined people who literally put their bodies on the line to pass the legislation that changed the lives of all Americans.
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Chapter 1 | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 9m 17s
Watch a preview of Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act.
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This 8-year-old girl changed history with one huge climb
S37 E2 - 3m 29s
Meet the protesters who climbed their way into history—and changed how all Americans live.
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Trailer | Extended Audio Description | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 2m 50s
EXTENDED AUDIO DESCRIPTION The dramatic story of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. The film highlights the determined people who literally put their bodies on the line to pass the legislation that changed the lives of all Americans.
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Chapter 1 | ASL | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
S37 E2 - 9m 17s
ASL Watch a preview of Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act.
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This flag helped end lynching in the U.S.
S37 E1 - 3m 33s
How did a flag on the streets of Manhattan help end lynching in the United States?
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Chapter 1 | Forgotten Hero: Walter White and the NAACP
S37 E1 - 8m 50s
Watch a preview of Forgotten Hero: Walter White and the NAACP.
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Trailer | Forgotten Hero: Walter White and the NAACP
S37 E1 - 2m 15s
The story of civil rights hero Walter White — one of the most influential Black men in mid-century America and leader of the NAACP from 1929 to 1955, yet one of the least known figures in civil rights history.
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Who is Walter F. White?
S37 E1 - 2m
He put his life on the line for civil rights but many don't know his name. Do you?
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The American Vice President
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Apr 16
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American Experience
The American Vice President
Thursday
Apr 17
1 Hour
Exploring the period between 1963 and 1976 when America was forced to confront the purpose of the vice president and the succession process that is enacted if a president is unable to serve. -
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American Experience
The American Vice President
Friday
Apr 18
1 Hour
Exploring the period between 1963 and 1976 when America was forced to confront the purpose of the vice president and the succession process that is enacted if a president is unable to serve. -
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American Experience
The American Vice President
Friday
Apr 18
1 Hour
Exploring the period between 1963 and 1976 when America was forced to confront the purpose of the vice president and the succession process that is enacted if a president is unable to serve. -
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American Experience
The American Vice President
Saturday
Apr 19
1 Hour
Exploring the period between 1963 and 1976 when America was forced to confront the purpose of the vice president and the succession process that is enacted if a president is unable to serve. -
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Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal
Sunday
Apr 20
2 Hours
The 1970s Love Canal disaster and how the battle for justice, led mostly by women, created the basis for the federal Superfund program. -
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American Experience
Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal
Monday
Apr 21
2 Hours
The 1970s Love Canal disaster and how the battle for justice, led mostly by women, created the basis for the federal Superfund program. -
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American Experience
Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal
Monday
Apr 21
2 Hours
The 1970s Love Canal disaster and how the battle for justice, led mostly by women, created the basis for the federal Superfund program. -
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Rachel Carson
Saturday
Apr 26
2 Hours
Scientist Rachel Carson's book "Silent Spring" and other writings advance the global environmental movement.
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