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Episode 12 | 25m 46s
Track the route of San Juan’s Mayor Cruz after Puerto Rico was slammed by a catastrophic hurricane. The city leader stood up and fought for relief aid, becoming the heroic voice of her struggling island and the Puerto Rican people.
Aired: 09/14/18
Expires: 09/12/25
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Carmen Yulín Cruz
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Track Cruz’ route from San Juan mayor to leader of post-hurricane Puerto Rico.
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Episode 12 Preview | Carmen Yulín Cruz
Track Cruz’ route from San Juan mayor to leader of post-hurricane Puerto Rico.
