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State of the Re:Union

The Bronx, New York

The Bronx has long been seen as a symbol of America's failings. We shine a light on the hold-outs and dreamers who've committed their lives to keeping chaos at bay.

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Apr 8, 2012 • 1 min read

The Bronx has long been seen as a symbol of America's failings. For many people here, ‘making it' means escaping the crime and poverty of their borough. But some have refused to flee. This episode shines a light on the hold-outs and the dreamers, people who've committed their lives to keeping chaos at bay in the Bronx.

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