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200778 minNot Rateddocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Run Granny Run

200778 minNot Rateddocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

At 90 years old, Doris 'Granny D' Haddock becomes the oldest political newcomer in the U.S. when she runs for Senate after a nationwide walk against big money in elections.

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At 90 years old, Doris 'Granny D' Haddock becomes the oldest political newcomer in the U.S. when she runs for Senate after a nationwide walk against big money in elections.

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Marlo Porasdirector

Doris Haddock

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Judd Gregg

Howard Dean

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Trent Lott

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Doris 'Granny D' Haddock, at 94 years old, decides to run for U.S. Senate after years of activism against the influence of money in politics. Her campaign begins with a cross-country walk that draws attention and sparks debate within the Washington beltway. With just four months until Election Day, she gathers a team of political veterans and novices to support her vision of a government that represents the people. Doris's determination and democratic ideals challenge the status quo and encourage civic engagement.

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