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201817 minPG-13doc-short

Adversary

201817 minPG-13doc-short

An 18-year-old challenges Carl Paladino, a Trump-supporting real estate magnate known for his racist remarks, in the 2016 Buffalo School Board election.

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An 18-year-old challenges Carl Paladino, a Trump-supporting real estate magnate known for his racist remarks, in the 2016 Buffalo School Board election.

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Scott Cummings

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Carl Paladino, a real estate developer and supporter of Donald Trump, sought re-election to the Buffalo School Board in 2016. He faced significant opposition from Austin Harig, an 18-year-old candidate. Paladino has a history of making racist remarks, which became a focal point during the election campaign. The 17-minute documentary addresses the tensions surrounding this political contest in Buffalo, New York.

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