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The Time the Protesters Won
Science Vs
From Trash to Triumph: The Young Lords' Activism
This chapter details the transformation of young activists as they confront local issues, focusing on a garbage crisis in their Puerto Rican community. Initially frustrated by apathy, they spark a grassroots movement that escalates into a powerful protest known as the Garbage Offensive, demanding better sanitation services. Their activism evolves further as they address public health concerns, particularly the dangers of lead poisoning, by educating families and implementing community health programs.
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