The Big Payback

Overview

Evanston, IL, embarks on a groundbreaking initiative to address historical injustices by allocating $10 million, funded by a cannabis tax, to compensate descendants of enslaved Africans for centuries of unpaid labor. Alderwoman Simmons emerges as a passionate leader, guiding her community through the complexities of this landmark reparations campaign. As she navigates the challenges and triumphs of advocating for social justice, Simmons inspires a movement that seeks to rectify past wrongs and foster healing within the Black community, marking a significant step in the ongoing conversation about reparations in America.