Many Latinos concerned about pollution in the Mississippi River
A barge moves on the Mississippi River, Nov. 8, 2023, near Cairo, Ill.
A recent poll from the Hispanic Access Foundation found that the health of the Mississippi River is of great concern to Hispanic and Latino people. The poll also looks at some other environmental concerns of Hispanic and Latino individuals, as it associates with the Mississippi River.
A representative from the Hispanic Access Foundation joins the 21st to discuss the findings of the poll in depth as well as the significance of nature and its association with Hispanic/Latino culture.
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Vanessa Muñoz
Waterways Program Manager, Hispanic Access Foundation