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The Good Road
San Juan, Puerto Rico: The Art of Community
Season 2
Episode 207
Craig Martin and Earl Bridges explore San Juan and its artists. A sculptor talks about using art to enhance the lives of the poor. They tour a museum that is a collaborative artists-driven place. A filmmaker explains why art helps people struggling with their personal identity. For many on the island, political independence will still require collaboration with the US.
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