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The Porter

Inspired by real events and set in the 1920s, follow an ensemble of characters who hustle, dream, cross borders and pursue their ambitions in the fight for liberation - on and off the railways that crossed North America. A story of empowerment and idealism that highlights the moment when railway workers from both Canada and the United States joined together to form the world’s first Black union.

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Episode 8

Season 1 Episode 108 | 54m 31s | CC

Junior tries to eliminate his greatest threats; Marlene's efforts to reconcile with Fay could be too late; Lucy faces the consequences of her betrayal; Zeke makes a final plea for union integration.

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