In 2017, Flint, Michigan had a population that was 54% African American and 40% White, with 41% of the population living below the poverty line. Grand Blanc, Michigan is a suburb of Flint with a population that is 11% African American and 83% White, with 12% of the population living below the poverty line. In 2014, news broke that the water was unsafe for several reasons. First, there was excessive lead in the water. Second, Legionnaires disease was found in the water. The water remains unsafe for consumption, and to date, 12 people have died of the Legionnaires in the water. However, Grand Blanc has had no problems with their water. Based on what you have learned, why do you believe these problems occurred in Flint? How will this affect the cumulative stress burdens of the people living
in Flint?
What will be an ideal response?
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