The new PBS docuseries, Bucks County, USA, directed by Barry Levinson, delves into the political tensions in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. It highlights the contrasting views of two teenage friends, Evi and Vanessa, whose families are deeply involved in local school board debates over issues like LGBTQ rights and educational policies, reflecting broader cultural conflicts in the U.S.
Filmed over four years, the series captures the contentious atmosphere surrounding school board meetings, where discussions on masking, critical race theory, and book bans often escalate into heated arguments. Levinson aims to present a balanced view, allowing various perspectives to be heard without taking a political stance.