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“Grassroots groups challenge the "business-as-usual" environmentalism that is generally practiced by the more privileged wildlife-and conservation-oriented groups. The focus of activists of color and their constituents reflects their life experiences of social, economic, and political disenfranchisement.”

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Robert D Bullard

Robert D. Bullard is a renowned American environmental justice activist and scholar. Born on December 21, 1946, he has dedicated his career to studying environmental justice issues, particularly focusing on how race and class affect environmental health and sustainability. Professor Bullard has had a significant impact in the field of environmental justice, promoting public awareness of environmental issues and driving policy change. more

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