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The Unwanted | Episode 2

While Kensington residents argue whether addiction is a disease or a choice, recovering user Britt Carpenter, with Philly Unknown, tries to save street addicts from themselves.

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The Unwanted | Episode 5

Eric stumbles back onto the street, while Kelly struggles on methadone. With addicts evicted from under all Kensington's bridges, Britt reflects on the neighborhood's future.

The Unwanted | Episode 4

After wavering for months, Kelly takes a huge step into housing while the mayor defends forced evacuations of homeless addicts in Kensington.