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American Experience

American Experience

1988Returning Series38 Seasons400 Episodes6.6TMDB
PBS

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

Season 2 · Episode 9

Adam Clayton Powell

Aired Nov 28, 1989at 8PM·55m

Affluent, handsome, light-skinned and blond, he could pass for white. But his message about "economics and jobs" would make him one of the most charismatic black leaders in the 20th century. A U.S. Representative for 25 years, he pushed through social legislation, but his relish for money and fast living eventually led him to political ruin.

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When did American Experience Season 2 Episode 9 air?

American Experience Season 2 Episode 9 aired on November 28, 1989 at 8 PM ET.

How long is American Experience Season 2 Episode 9?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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