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Post your thoughts about the environmental justice videos. Please make sure you put your name at the bottom of your post!

Ms. Scola

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The Road to Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice

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The Road to Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice

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The Road to Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice

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This video describes the momentum that led to the establishment of the environmental justice movement and the adoption of Executive Order 12898 on environmental justice. For more information visit: http://www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice/events/20th-anniversary.html, or blog.epa.gov/ej.

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Pollution by Design: Reducing Pollution through Organization

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Pollution by Design: Reducing Pollution through Organization

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EPA 20th Anniversary Environmental Justice Video Series: Penny Newman

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I think the way they spoke about the difference between environmental equity and environmental justice was really interesting. It's not that we are striving for everyone to suffer equally, we are looking towards a future in which nobody, especially those in minority and low-income environments, has to suffer at the hands of environmental injustice

Rian Sullivan

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I think it is admirable to see the ways in which we as a community can rally together to create change and advocate for important topics. With threats to our environment, it is really important to consider how we affect its status and what we can do to prevent further harm.

Katelyn

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In the second video, the part where the little kid had to use a special asthma machine really resonated with me. The fact that such a young kid was exposed to such bad air conditions and developed asthma as a result is really jarring and shouldn't ever happen.

Nate

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I am seeing the continued actions and activism to get justice within white house with executive order 12898. People are able to realize that the Government does not support them directly and the people of the US. Environment Justice group have to take a hands on approach if they want justice. These people are very admirable and resilient to the suffering within their town but continue to seek justice for themselves and others without giving up.

Abby

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I think their work on environmental justice and equity is very important and different from what most people think when they think of helping the environment. Most people always focus on how the world will be affected in the future, yet they don't realize the communities already being affected.

It's really important that communities advocate for themselves like we're seeing here whenever these scenarios come up.

-Parker F.

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I think the fact that a community is dedicated enough to work together to change a very impactful issue is inspirational. This kind of teamwork is impactful to other because they see this and it positively affects them. Also, the idea that they are trying their hardest to help other people and not just themselves and their families is amazing and admirable.

-Jake

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The videos really show the negative impacts of air pollution and the need for environmental justice especially in low-income and minority neighborhoods. What struck me most was the little 2-year old girl with asthma who could not breath without a device because of air pollution.

Rachel

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Working together to stand up for environmental justice enhances everyday life, especially for those in lower income areas that struggle more with their environment within their community. zoe

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I think it is very scary how much the air pollution effects a community, especially with asthma. I think it is great that communities would work together to help the enviroment and themselves

Lily Schmalz

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I think that rallying together is the best and most effective way to make change. I agree that we should strive for a future where nobody has to suffer from environmental injustice

Mark

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I can remember being little and having to use a breathing machine like the one in the video. It was always scary having trouble breathing and I can remember that even though I was extremely young. To know that environmental issues are causing this type of pain is very worrying and makes me want to make more of a positive impact on the environment

Brendan

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Something that really stuck with me was the 2-year-old who had asthma. No kid should ever have to experience something like that at such a young age and it really goes to show the issues of unregulated pollution.

-Teddy

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I think that the videos show how important it is to acknowledge how we can help create an environment free of harm. It focuses on how valuable it is for a community to come together and advocate for themselves to help prevent any negative impact that an environment is experiencing.

-zoey

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In the second video I thought it was really sad about the 2 year old girl that had to use the asthma machine. The idea that she is not the only person dealing with things like this at such a young age is not good. For the first video I think its nice to see people come together and try to help the envirenemnt and people really do care. Griffin

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The videos highlighted how important it is to recognize the harm being put into the environment and ways to try to help eliminate it especially in lower class areas. There can only be changed if we work together as a community. I also thought it was interesting about the girl with asthma and how damage to the environment can contribute to things like this. Leah Frazzette

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I think it is really awesome that people are unifying to tackle this important problem. while many people, like in the graphic novel, think of this as a silly issue, others truly realize its importance. the fact that many people brush this issue off and people are still willing to advocate for it really amazes me. the people in the video have experience firsthand the effects of environmental problems and emphasize why this issue should be fought for.

Avery

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Environmental justice is something that is bigger than one community. A lot of people need to be together to fight back against it as it is typically targeted towards marginalized communities. If people are brought together to the cause, it can be an issue of the past.

Dante

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People from all around the world came together to attack a problem that was happening world wide. It gave people a voice to talk about what they wanted to be changed for the betterment of the world.

Joe

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I think these videos are important and they also emphasize the importance of sharing stories and examples. Having stories and real life evidence to combat a problem is important and can help contribute to a solution. Environmental activists contribute to making sure voices are heard, which will hopefully continue to make an impact in our society.

-Ellie M

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I think that the social movement is really interesting and inspiring. I think that the change from equity to justice is very significant because it shows that the way these people are being treated is unjust. I think that this movement shows that when people come together to fight for something they believe in changes can be made.

Erin

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The videos are important because they show that bringing up these issues and working together in a community can help to solve the problems. It's important to realize that people working together is effective for problem-solving to help the environment and you cannot always just count on the legal systems.

Sandy

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I think it is crucial to acknowledge how important it is to advocate for a safe enviorment. I find it concerning that 41% of the communities in the video have asthma which is highly affected by bad air. This is especially important in less wealthy areas for people to stick up for the health and well being of people in heavily polluted communities even if it takes a long time, it is worth it. 

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I think it is crucial to acknowledge how important it is to advocate for a safe enviorment. I find it concerning that 41% of the communities in the video have asthma which is highly affected by bad air. This is especially important in less wealthy areas for people to stick up for the health and well being of people in heavily polluted communities even if it takes a long time, it is worth it. 

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kate fernandez

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I think one significant thing was how they discussed the similarites and differences between enviromental equity and enviormental justice suprised me because I didn't really know the difference. The importance of standing up for themselves and self defense. the community groups count the trucks to see how many trucks roll through the neighborhood and addressing the diesel fuel solution. There are protections in place but they arent implemented correctly, people need to be held accountable. The legal process can take a really long time but things still need to be addressed because people are suffering.

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And in the second video I like that she speaks on how more red-lined communities are fighting for their way of life through them contesting and protesting the diesel burning and amount of trucks driving through. It was insane that the area had a 47% asthma rate due to the pollution. Children have to use machines just to breath now with all the pollution around their areas. Lastly i feel it was huge to point out the fact that yes the government has ways to counter it is just a process and we have to know how to use it.

Cisco Fernandes

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In the second video I found it sad how the elementary school had 47% of their students with asthma, also seeing a 2 year old innocent girl being hooked up to a machine in order to breathe is not right. It's crazy how the government doesn't step in to do anything about these environmental problems that are taking a toll on innocent kids.

Ben

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I think its cool to see these communities to come together and all try to fix their issue together and I really like the idea the mention about going from equity to justice because thats a super important distinction and I also like this idea of people going out of their way in order to make sure everyone is safe and healthy not just themselves I also think its cool to see how these people are doing everything to help communities in every way they can before they get to the root of the problem

-Anton

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It is cool how such a big group can come together and change something that will positively affect so many people. One thing that stood out was the 2-year-old who had to have the machine that gave her the asthma medicine. This shows how something needs to be changed quickly, so more people don't deal with this.

Harrison

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I thought that it was impactful how they emphasized the human aspect of Environmental justice. The first video discussed a moment of realization that what the people were fighting for was actually accomplishing something. The second video told the story of how health issues in communities impact lives. This thinking makes the problem more tangible and real, which helps us realize the immediate need to take action.

Amiya

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I found it interesting and very empowering that that environmental justice has been a case and conversation that connects people all over the world in their desire for environmental justice.

The wording shift from environmental equity to environmental justice is very interesting and though it is a subtle change, it is important. Seeing how asthma impacts the lives of many due to pollution really makes me see the importance of environmental justice in advocating for these people.

Mikayla Tow

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I think dedication and collaboration demonstrated to help fix these issues is truly inspiring to others, helping garner support for these causes. The harsh realities in some of these communities is truly saddening and something that needs to be fixed. Overtime, I believe it is crucial that we help these communities that are under these bad circumstances.

-Sean R

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The videos highlighted the importance of environmental protections and justice, specifically the ways both communities and the government support positive change. Despite the overwhelming obstacles, the social movement intensified, making the voices and opinions of environmental activists heard. On a larger spectrum, the logical information presented by obstacles facilitates greater change, such as governmental bills being administered. Meanwhile, on a smaller scale, underprivileged communities who are not being recognized by the government implement their own strategies to take initiative on the environmental injustices. This movement was captivating and extremely important as it acknowledged the legal process and

community initiatives to creating a better world. -Brooke G.

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I found it very inspiring that people around the world, as well as smaller communities, are coming together to tackle this problem. It was hard to see that communities that are already struggling are the ones that have problems. It was great to see however that they were working to overcome this. - Max G

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It’s very interesting to see the widespread and growing knowledge of environmental justice and how so many people are supporting the movement. People gather not only locally but also internationally under the pretense of “justice” and refuse to let the government be the sole force that can have an impact on environmental change/protection. There is a shared interest in not only standing up as an individual but as a group, which has strength in numbers and will continue to gain momentum as a movement.

Dylan

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I think it is really important to address serious problems like the one discussed in the videos. Also it is nice to see how problem-solving is easier when working together as a team, and acting together. The issue is very important due to the fact that so many people are affected by it everyday, people teaming up together to advocate for this issue solved, helping others as a community.

Renee

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I thought that the discussion around environmental justice was a much break from people only speaking about their own issues. I thought that people who were talking in the videos truly seemed like they knew what they were talking about and and wanted to make a difference. Their contributions to the issues surrounding modern day injustices were invaluable in teaching me just how important these discussions are.

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I believe it is amazing how the community has come together to prevent this issue. With so many communites around the world facing environmental problems it's important the everyone sticks together as a group to stop it. The more people the more we can make a change on the environment. It is somewhat scary what the world is facing so we need to not just help our communities but others around us.

Ryan