On WestSouthwest, criticism of Michigan's Department of Natural Resources. And an activist explains how "collective liberation" can combat racism and sexism.
Commentator Gary Wilson says the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is, in the words of the Rolling Stones, "on a losing streak." Wilson recently wrote for Great Lakes Echo about the agency's lackluster response to elevated levels of lead in Flint drinking water, aging oil pipelines and containing algae blooms. He tells WMUK's Gordon Evans why the DEQ is failing in its role as "environmental watchdog."
Chris Crass says racism and sexism are not inevitable. He spoke in Battle Creek November 13th. Before his appearance, sponsored by Kellogg Community College's Center for Diversity and Innovation, Crass spoke with WMUK's Andy Robins. Crass calls his idea "collective liberation."
