However, environmental racism is an important aspect of this broader system of oppression.
Thus, creative extraction involved multiple seemingly unconnected interests working towards a mutual goal.
In the end, many individuals from these communities secured housing in areas classified D for hazardous.
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This policy was repealed; however, its effects are still felt today.
Consequently, this shows how this practice has continued to shape environmental exposure disparities in the United States.
Children
Environmental racism also substantially impacts children due to their biological vulnerabilities.
Examples of Environmental Racism
Below calls out two higher profile instances of racism in the United States.
However, the pipelines proposed location was just half a mile from the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.
Therefore, the pipeline was considered to pose a serious risk to the Tribes survival due to water contamination.
Take the disposal of waste electronic and electrical equipment (e-waste) as an example.
The process is hazardous if not done correctly due to the toxins released.
As a result, children and other residents close to these activities continue to be exposed to toxic substances.
But what does this look like?
Feelings ofhopelessnessare valid, but its important to know that you are not in this battle alone.
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