Gulf Coast communities have long been subjected to the iron grip of petrochemical plants and oil companies. These communities, often BIPOC and low-income, are heavily subjected to the health impacts of both air and water contamination. Around 200 million Americans likely receive water that is contaminated with PFAS and the Gulf Coast is no stranger…

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Yesterday, Defend joined legislators, constituents, and health activists as they testified in support of LD 1645 “An Act to Reduce Plastic Packaging Waste” introduced by Rep. Lori Gramlich.  The day began with a press conference held by Defend, as reported by WABI 5 News. During the press conference, executive director, Mike Belliveau, urged that swift…

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