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Trailblazer Katharine Graham's Legacy Explored in New Documentary

2/27/2025

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Filmmakers George and Teddy Kunhardt unveil a compelling documentary on Katharine Graham, the trailblazing leader of The Washington Post. Stepping into her role in 1963 after her husband's passing, Graham shattered gender norms and steered the paper through monumental moments like the Pentagon Papers and Watergate, making her story both inspiring and unforgettable.

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Filmmakers George and Teddy Kunhardt unveil a compelling documentary on Katharine Graham, the trailblazing leader of The Washington Post. Stepping into her role in 1963 after her husband's passing, Graham shattered gender norms and steered the paper through monumental moments like the Pentagon Papers and Watergate, making her story both inspiring and unforgettable.