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On the recordJuly 20, 2021
Absolutely, I would call it racism, segregation, environmental degradation, demonization, dehumanization, leading to sacrifice zones and disparate environmental effects to people of color in particular.
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Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Pressley describes systemic racism and environmental issues affecting communities of color.

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