Nuclear Hotseat NH #711: Plowshares Peace Activist Susan Crane Out of German Prison + Libbe’s Nuclear Play ATOMIC BILL Heads for Production!
Feb 13, 2025
Melissa Bumstead, founder of Parents Against the Santa Susana Field Lab, sheds light on grassroots efforts to clean up the contaminated site in California. She discusses recent victories in regulatory changes, advocating for environmental justice and nuclear disarmament. The conversation highlights upcoming international peace demonstrations against U.S. nuclear weapons and the significance of the UN Meeting on the TPNW. Additionally, the impact of the Trinity Test's anniversary on public awareness and activism is explored, emphasizing community engagement.
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LA Water Board Hearing on Santa Susana Field Lab Cleanup
- The Los Angeles Water Board recently held a critical hearing regarding the cleanup of Boeing's Santa Susana Field Lab.
- Parent and activist Melissa Bumstead shared positive news about this hearing and the fight for the cleanup of the radiologically contaminated site.
Nuclear Launch Policy Dangers
- Linda Pence-Gunter discusses the Restricting First Use of Nuclear Weapons Act, which aims to limit presidential nuclear launch authority.
- She highlights the dangers of any nuclear launch policy, even if deemed constitutional.
Support Nuclear Hotseat's TPNW Coverage
- Libby Halevy encourages listeners to donate to Nuclear Hotseat to support her coverage of the TPNW meeting.
- Donations will help cover travel expenses and are tax-deductible.