09. The Leak (Bhopal Gas Disaster)
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The Dow Chemical Settlement in Bhopal
Protesters in Bhopal continued for decades and still continue to this day. Over 500,000 people suffer from respiratory problems, blindness, and cancer as a result of the gas leak. Dow Chemical claimed that the settled amount was more than fair. The Indian government settled with Dow for only $470 million - about 15% of its original demand.
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