Mike Hutchinson, Vice President of the Oakland School Board, sheds light on the district's efforts to manage lead contamination in drinking water at schools. Activist filmmaker Alex Bledsoe shares insights from his documentary OAKLEAD, revealing the historical context of lead poisoning in Oakland. Kelly Hardy, from Children Now, discusses the health impacts of lead on children and the necessity for improved safety measures. Together, they tackle community activism, challenges in communication, and the urgent need for funding and effective solutions.
