Chasing Victory
Teenage contestants from across the United States embark on a year-long civics competition. Wyoming’s teams embody the state’s spirit. Immigrant students in Las Vegas rally for competition. Richmond, Va., has the team to beat.
Episodes
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Chasing Victory
S1 E1 - 54m 20s
Teenage contestants from across the United States embark on a year-long civics competition. Wyoming’s teams embody the state’s spirit. Immigrant students in Las Vegas rally for competition. Richmond, Va., has the team to beat.
Extras + Features
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Episode 2 Preview
S1 E2 - 30s
The pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition. They must answer judges’ questions in the style of Congressional hearings, showing a thorough understanding of democracy and the ways it connects to their lives today.
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Students From Immigrant Families Reflect on Their Heritage
S1 E1 - 3m 12s
At Southwest C.T.A., a diverse school in Las Vegas where many students are first-generation immigrants, the American dream comes into sharp focus. Students preparing for a national civics competition articulate both the hardships and opportunities their families face.
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A Teacher Fights to Empower Her Students
S1 E1 - 3m 2s
In a Cheyenne, Wyo., high school, a determined teacher takes on the challenge of helping students prepare for a national civics competition. They face big obstacles, including learning gaps and personal challenges, but Erin Lindt, the teacher, is confident that with the right support, they will find their strength and rise to the occasion.
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Extended Preview
S1 - 1m 53s
This four-part documentary series is an inspiring coming-of-age story that follows teenagers from across America as they face off in the nation's premier civics competition. Culminating in a championship showdown in the nation’s capital, high school students with diverse personal and political backgrounds grapple with critical questions about democracy.
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Preview
S1 - 30s
This four-part documentary series is an inspiring coming-of-age story that follows teenagers from across America as they face off in the nation's premier civics competition. Culminating in a championship showdown in the nation’s capital, high school students with diverse personal and political backgrounds grapple with critical questions about democracy.
Schedule
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Tuesday
Oct 15
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Tuesday
Oct 15
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Wednesday
Oct 16
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Wednesday
Oct 16
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Wednesday
Oct 16
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Wednesday
Oct 16
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Saturday
Oct 19
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Sunday
Oct 20
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Sunday
Oct 20
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Sunday
Oct 20
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Monday
Oct 21
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
The Hustle
Tuesday
Oct 22
1 Hour
Stakes are high as teams prepare for statewide civics competitions; only the winners will advance to the final round in Washington, D.C. -
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Citizen Nation
The Hustle
Tuesday
Oct 22
1 Hour
Stakes are high as teams prepare for statewide civics competitions; only the winners will advance to the final round in Washington, D.C. -
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Citizen Nation
The Hustle
Wednesday
Oct 23
1 Hour
Stakes are high as teams prepare for statewide civics competitions; only the winners will advance to the final round in Washington, D.C. -
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Citizen Nation
The Hustle
Wednesday
Oct 23
1 Hour
Stakes are high as teams prepare for statewide civics competitions; only the winners will advance to the final round in Washington, D.C. -
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Citizen Nation
The Hustle
Wednesday
Oct 23
1 Hour
Stakes are high as teams prepare for statewide civics competitions; only the winners will advance to the final round in Washington, D.C. -
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Citizen Nation
The Hustle
Wednesday
Oct 23
1 Hour
Stakes are high as teams prepare for statewide civics competitions; only the winners will advance to the final round in Washington, D.C. -
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Citizen Nation
Chasing Victory
Friday
Oct 25
1 Hour
Teenage contestants from Wyoming, Las Vegas and Richmond, Va., embark on a year-long civics competition. -
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Citizen Nation
In the Fray
Friday
Oct 25
1 Hour
Pressure builds as students tackle the first round of competition, answering judges' questions in the style of Congressional hearings and showing an understanding of democracy and how it connects to their lives. -
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Citizen Nation
Chasing Victory
Saturday
Oct 26
1 Hour
Teenage contestants from Wyoming, Las Vegas and Richmond, Va., embark on a year-long civics competition.
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