The chapter explores the national report on water and sanitation access, revealing stark disparities where indigenous families are 19 times more likely to lack running water compared to white families. It delves into the economic consequences of inadequate water access, leading to billions lost annually in the US economy, impacting health and daily life struggles. The discussion emphasizes the need for a coordinated national response, bipartisan support, and individual engagement to address the critical issue of clean water access.
George McGraw is the founder of DIGDEEP, a non-profit focused on solving the water crisis in America. There are 2.2 million+ Americans who don't have access to the sinks, showers and bathtubs that the rest of us take for granted. George shares the sobering financial and human cost of this dilemma and what needs to be done to fix it.
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