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202512 minPGdoc-short

Something in the Water

202512 minPGdoc-short

Five water justice advocates address the lead poisoning crisis affecting Milwaukee’s Black communities and its severe health impacts on residents.

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Five water justice advocates address the lead poisoning crisis affecting Milwaukee’s Black communities and its severe health impacts on residents.

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Milwaukee's Black communities face a significant public health crisis due to lead poisoning in their water supply. Five water justice advocates discuss the severe health effects on residents. They call for equitable changes to improve water quality and restore trust between the community and its water sources. The documentary runs for 12 minutes and aims to raise awareness about this urgent issue affecting local families.

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