Environmental Racism: The Fight Against Hazardous Waste in Black Communities

The video discusses environmental racism, focusing on the 1982 protests in Warren County, NC, against toxic waste disposal in Black communities. It highlights similar historical protests in Houston, TX, and the broader issue of environmental segregation. The video explains how government policies have historically targeted Black and Latino neighborhoods for hazardous waste sites. It concludes with current statistics showing that Black Americans are still disproportionately affected by hazardous waste locations.

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