The Inquisitor

"My faith in the Constitution is whole, it is complete, it is total, and I am not going to sit here and be an idle spectator to the diminution, the subversion and the destruction of the Constitution."

Barbara Jordan, July 25th, 1974

About the Program

Participants explored the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan in The Inquisitor. Jordan was a groundbreaking Texas congresswoman whose sharp intellect and moral clarity transformed U.S. politics. From Nixon's impeachment to civil rights battles, her voice demanded accountability, while she privately faced struggles few ever knew of.

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Independent Lens

About the Film

Indie Lens is the community engagement initiative of Independent Lens, PBS’s award-winning documentary program. Through free public screenings and facilitated discussions, Indie Lens supports libraries in creating welcoming spaces for learning, dialogue, and civic engagement. By using film as a starting point, libraries help connect community members around timely social, cultural, and historical topics.

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