Airs Wednesday, October 26th at 11PM and Monday, October 31st at 7PM

Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the most influential voices for democracy in American history. Oscar nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson explores the role Douglass played in securing the right to freedom for African Americans.

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