Abstract
In 1980, three frustrated mothers made American history by taking federal officials hostage in the community built on the site of New York's toxic Love Canal. In this riveting expose, the three activists - Lois Gibbs, Barbara Quimby, and Patti Grenzy - and research scientist Dr. Beverly Paigen, who staunchly stood by the residents, discuss their volatile four-year political battle to have the entire community evacuated. Archival footage of President Jimmy Carter, Jane Fonda, government officials, and residents who were on the scene convey the urgency of America's first headline eco-disaster.
Collection
Subject
Love Canal Chemical Waste Landfill (Niagara Falls, N.Y.)--History, Chemical plants--Waste disposal--Health aspects--New York (State)--Niagara Falls--History, Chemical plants--Waste disposal--Social aspects--New York (State)--Niagara Falls--History, Housing and health--New York (State)--Niagara Falls--History, Hazardous wastes--Health aspects--New York (State)--Niagara Falls, Groundwater--Pollution--New York (State)--Niagara Falls, Gibbs, Lois Marie--Interviews, Quimby, Barbara--Interviews, Grenzy, Patti--Interviews, Paigen, Beverly--Interviews, World history, Country or Region Specific
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Duration
00:49:32 (HH:MM:SS)
Language:
English
Target or Intended Audience
Higher education
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| Name | Films Media Group (Firm) |
| Role | Publisher |
| Telephone | 800-257-5126 |
| Address | 200 Metro Blvd., Suite 124, Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
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