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Flint's Water Crisis and Government Failure
Reports of contamination in Flint Michigan's water supply were ignored or dismissed by local, state and federal officials…long enough to allow the spread of lead poisoning. We hear about cost-cutting, cover-ups and long term consequences for public health and trust in government.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenReports of contamination in Flint Michigan's water supply were ignored or dismissed by local, state and federal officials…long enough to allow the spread of lead poisoning. We hear about cost-cutting, cover-ups and long term consequences for public health and trust in government.
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