Air Date: February 14, 1992

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EPA Equity Report / Rebecca Davis

Rebecca Davis reports on a draft EPA report which found that the poor and people of color suffer disproportionate exposure to many environmental hazards. The study group blames political and economic factors, but some activists who've followed the issue for years say it’s naive to ignore the influence of racism. (05:30)

Pioneer Lead Paint Suit Fails / George Homsy

Living on Earth's George Homsy reports on the outcome of the first phase of a novel product liability lawsuit against a group of former lead paint manufacturers. (04:56)

Leadville VS The EPA / Becky Rumsey

Becky Rumsey reports on the growing animosity of many residents of Leadville, Colorado toward the EPA. The agency has named 16 square miles in and around the mining town a Superfund site, but many residents see the agency's presence as an intrusion. (09:47)

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EPA Equity Report

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Pioneer Lead Paint Suit Fails

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Leadville VS The EPA

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