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“You can call it institutionalized racism or institutionalized inequality, but what I say is that any system that operates to maintain inequality is a corrupt system and must be addressed.”

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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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