Bhutto: Democracy in Pakistan

This educational film module adapted from the Independent Lens documentary Bhutto shows how relations between the United States and Pakistan, and tensions between Pakistan and India, have shaped the politics of all three countries; discuss factors in the life of Benazir Bhutto that shaped her political philosophy and career; and her commitment to democracy in Pakistan.

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Bhutto: Democracy in Pakistan

Recent Episodes

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Assembly

Third Act

Light of the Setting Sun

Natchez

BACKSIDE: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing

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