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201096 min0documentary

5.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

AbUSed: The Postville Raid

201096 min0documentary

5.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

The largest immigration raid in U.S. history occurred in Postville, Iowa, affecting numerous families and the entire community.

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The largest immigration raid in U.S. history occurred in Postville, Iowa, affecting numerous families and the entire community.

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Luis Arguetadirector

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Postville, Iowa, became the site of the largest immigration raid in U.S. history in May 2008. Directed by Luis Argueta, AbUSed: The Postville Raid follows individuals and families affected by the operation. The film details their struggles for survival after the raid disrupted their lives. It also shows how the town dealt with the aftermath of the raid, revealing the human cost of immigration enforcement policies.

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