Busboys and Poets and The DC Laborfest Presents: HARVEST OF EMPIRE Based on the groundbreaking book by journalist Juan González of Democracy Now, this documentary astutely examines the role that U.S. military and corporate intervention in Latin America played in triggering massive waves of migration from Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. The film also offers a powerful glimpse into the enormous sacrifices and rarely noted triumphs of the millions of Latino immigrants who are transforming the nation’s cultural, economic and political landscape. With rarely-seen newsreel footage and perspectives from notable U.S. and international leaders, this film will appeal to all those who have an opinion about immigration. Features Geraldo Rivera, Junot Diaz, the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Maria Hinojosa, Luis Enrique, Anthony Romero, and Rigoberta Menchú and others.
Hosted by Maryland Delegate Jimmy Tarlau and Senator Victor Ramirez; co-sponsored by Hyattsville Mayor Candace Hollingsworth & Delegate Alonzo T. Washington.
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