The 1971 Attica Prison riot was among the bloodiest domestic conflicts in recent American history. Major speaks with director Stanley Nelson whose new documentary, “Attica,” brings to bare the savage horrors of the 5-day standoff. Nelson explains how race and politics contributed to a riot that left 43 dead - all but one at the hands of law enforcement gunfire. Join us.

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