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The article highlights the cultural and historical significance of the East, a community organization in Brooklyn, and its impact on Black communities through a new documentary, The Sun Rises in the East. It explores the East's origins, various institutions it created, and its legacy in the face of gentrification, showcasing the importance of documenting this history for future generations. The documentary aims to celebrate the achievements of the East and the cultural expressions that emerged as a response to systemic oppression and white supremacy.

Published on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 12:00 AM

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