''Nation19'' is a magazine that blends hip-hop culture, photojournalism, activism, and anthropology. The printed and digital magazine is produced and published by multimedia activists,

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s, and film directors

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and

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. The magazine was started in the winter of 2010. ''Nation19'' also produces documentary films and hosts exhibits based on various of its articles. ''Nation19'' is defined by its large photo spreads and motifs of indigenous empowerment, archeological research, and social change.

Scope

Investigative journalism is a regular element of the magazine. A controversial interview with deceased CIA whistleblower and activist

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was published in the "Survival Edition" shortly after his death. The piece focused on the

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and other issues related to the Pacific Ocean.

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* {{Official website, http://nation19.com 2010 establishments in Arizona African-American magazines Lifestyle magazines published in the United States Music magazines published in the United States Hip hop magazines Independent magazines Magazines established in 2010 Magazines published in Arizona Mass media in Phoenix, Arizona