Squatters: The Other Philadelphia Story (1984)
• July 8th, 1984 • 0h 27min
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Overview
Discusses the squatters movement, made up of people who live in abandoned houses through necessity and in order to force change in housing policy. Focuses on Philadelphia, where Gloria Giles becomes a leader and gains a national reputation.
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