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New documentary examines citizen battles against the billboard industry

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A new documentary film, "Chronicle of the Billboard Wars," tells the stories of citizens around the country who have stood up to the billboard industry to say "enough is enough!"

The producers visited over twenty American cities to document the work of individuals and organizations that often face difficult political and financial odds in their battles against the billboard companies.

Cover of Billboard Wars DVDIn the best American tradition, citizens have taken their grassroots fights to city councils, county boards, zoning commissions and state legislatures with a simple message: "People, not corporations, own the public space."

"Chronicle of the Billboard Wars" profiles these citizens as they build solidarity, organize and fight back against the giant corporations that are looking to profit from visual pollution.  Their stories are compelling and upbeat and show that citizens can stand up and decide how they want their communities to look.

Click here to order the film on DVD.

 
 
 

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