Flint is a majority black city. Governor Snyder’s denial that the crisis is a product of environmental racism is deplorable and infuriatingEnvironmental racism is often an afterthought,even for those who want to fix our race-based ills and protect black and brown lives. Now, the water crisis gripping Flint, and Michigan is shining a shining light on how structural racism is found in our environmental resources and is costing people their lives across the nation.
Flint,Michigan is experiencing a well-documented crisis as a result of a contaminated water supply. A study dating back to 2011, showed the Flint River water supply needed to be treated with an anti-corrosive agent in order to be fit for human consumption, or as required by federal law. This study and law was ignored when officials decided to use the river as the primary water source for the city. Related: US authorities distorting tests to downplay lead content of water Related: Michigan governor says environmental racism not to blame for Flint water crisis Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com