The water system in this country is overwhelmed, and we aren't putting enough resources towards this essential resource. We simply can't continue to survive with toxic drinking water.
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When we uncovered the Hinkley case, there were so many other cases like it, and they're just catching up. And we're just starting to see the damage. I was hoping by now there would be more transparency and less defeat and cover-up. I haven't seen much of that change.
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What this quote means
The quote reflects a desire for more openness and accountability in the face of environmental damage and corporate negligence.
Erin Brockovich's quote emphasizes the troubling reality of discovering numerous cases of negligence similar to the Hinkley case, suggesting that many issues are still hidden from public view. She expresses frustration over the lack of progress toward transparency and accountability, indicating that, despite hopes for reform, little has changed, and the public remains unaware of the full extent of the damage caused by corporate actions.
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TransparencyAccountabilityEnvironmentJusticeCorporate
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