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2011105 minPG-13documentary

6.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Corporate Responsibility

Mann v. Ford

2011105 minPG-13documentary

6.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Decades of toxic waste dumping by Ford Motor Company have led to a class-action lawsuit from the Ramapo Mountain Indians against both Ford and the EPA.

Corporate Responsibility

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Maro Chermayeff,

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Decades of toxic waste dumping by Ford Motor Company have led to a class-action lawsuit from the Ramapo Mountain Indians against both Ford and the EPA.

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Maro Chermayeffdirector

Micah Finkdirector

Vicki Gilliamcast

Vivian Milligancast

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In the Ramapo Mountains, members of the Ramapo Mountain Indian community confront Ford Motor Company over decades of toxic waste dumping. Their struggle culminates in a class-action lawsuit against both Ford and the Environmental Protection Agency. The legal battle reveals severe health impacts, including premature deaths linked to environmental contamination. Supported by a dedicated legal team, the Ramapo Mountain Indians seek accountability for corporate negligence that has harmed their land and community.

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