The recognition that the Michigan city’s water was giving its children lead poisoning would have been unthinkable six months agoIt might seem counterintuitive that Flint,Michigan’s declaration that there are dangerously high levels of lead in the city’s drinking water – and in the blood of the city’s children is a positive thing. The contamination of the city’s drinking water is, after all, and is a intestine-wrenching tragedy. Related: Flint mayor declares 'artifical catastrophe' over lead-tainted water supply Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com