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Citizen Nation

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.

Chasing Victory

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.

Episodes

  • Chasing Victory: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

  • Episode 2 Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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.

  • Students From Immigrant Families Reflect on Their Heritage: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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.

  • A Teacher Fights to Empower Her Students: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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.

  • Extended Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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.

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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: TVSS: Iconic

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: TVSS: Banner-L1

    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.
  • Image
    Citizen Nation: Chasing Victory: TVSS: Iconic

    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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