Black Americans express the most concern about pollution in communities, twice as likely to relocate due to pollution, and more likely to live in urban areas with higher pollution concerns.
A Gallup survey reveals that Black Americans express the most concern about air, water, soil, and noise pollution in their communities, followed by Hispanic adults and then white adults. Black Americans are twice as likely as white Americans to have temporarily relocated due to pollution. The study highlights racial differences in geographical distribution, with minorities more likely to live in urban areas with higher pollution concerns.
April 16, 2024
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