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Trailer | The Body Politic
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Trailer for Gabriel Francis Paz Goodenough's film The Body Politic.
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Video description: Chasing the American dream, thousands of workers flock to a North Dakota town where the oil business is booming. But instead of well-paying jobs, many find slim work prospects and a severe housing shortage. Pastor Jay Reinke converts his church into a makeshift dorm and counseling center, allowing hundreds of men to stay despite the congregation's objections and neighbors' fears.
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