The Democratic Promise: Saul Alinsky & His Legacy
Brief Synopsis
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Documentary about pioneer community organizer Saul D. Alinsky. The program focuses on Alinsky's techniques and philosophy, chronicling his work with three organizations: The Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council, The Woodlawn Organization and the FIGHT organization. The program also reveals the pow
Cast & Crew
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Bob Hercules
Director
Alec Baldwin
Narration
Nancy Fishman
Publicist (Itvs)
Bob Hercules
Producer
Bruce Orenstein
Producer
Film Details
Also Known As
Democratic Promise: Saul Alinsky & His Legacy
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1999
Production Company
Media Process Educational Films
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Documentary about pioneer community organizer Saul D. Alinsky. The program focuses on Alinsky's techniques and philosophy, chronicling his work with three organizations: The Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council, The Woodlawn Organization and the FIGHT organization. The program also reveals the power of Alinsky's legacy through East Brooklyn Congregations and Dallas Area Interfaith, both members of the Industrial Areas Foundation -- a national network of community organizations formed by Alinsky in 1940.
Film Details
Also Known As
Democratic Promise: Saul Alinsky & His Legacy
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1999
Production Company
Media Process Educational Films
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
