I recently came across some shocking news that President Biden has announced a 10-year deadline to remove all lead pipes nationwide, with a whopping $2.6 billion allocated for this monumental task. As a plumber in NYC, I have seen firsthand the dangers and risks associated with lead mains and pipes. It truly is a major health hazard that should have been tackled a long time ago. The fact that we still have lead pipes in the 21st century is quite alarming and shameful.
Lead poisoning is a serious issue that can have detrimental effects on public health, especially for young children.… Continue reading
It’s both frustrating and concerning to witness an elected Republican official like Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach opposing a plan to remove lead water pipes. Lead poisoning is a serious health hazard that can have devastating effects on individuals, especially children. The fact that Kobach and other state attorneys general believe that the proposal to replace over 9 million lead pipes nationwide is underfunded and unnecessary is not only perplexing but also alarming.
The sheer ignorance and lack of understanding about the dangers of lead poisoning are baffling. Lead is a potent neurotoxin that can cause irreversible cognitive harm, economic loss, and even higher crime rates.… Continue reading
I can’t believe my eyes – the administration is actually investing billions of dollars to clean up our nation’s drinking water and upgrade infrastructure. This is a game-changer, a breath of fresh air in a world where we rarely see our tax dollars put to good use. What a time to be alive!
It’s amazing to see Vice President Kamala Harris and Michael Regan, administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency, taking action to ensure safer drinking water and more reliable wastewater infrastructure. The fact that this funding will help in getting rid of lead pipes, a major health hazard, is a significant step towards improving the quality of life for millions of Americans.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker