Hey Friend,

We need to clear the air. Did you know that 92 percent of Nevadans are breathing air that gets a failing grade from the American Lung Association? Pollution from substances like soot, a byproduct of burning fossil fuels, can be deadly. But African American communities are disproportionately impacted. 

Why is that? And what can we do about it? 

This week, we continue our celebration of Black History Month with a conversation about how African American communities are responding – and what it will take to achieve true environmental justice. BBP Voter Education Organizer Brian Harris guest hosts this episode of Out in Front in conversation with community leaders including: 

Laura Martin, Executive Director of Progressive Alliance of Nevada (PLAN)

Dr. Lawrence Weekly, Chief of Staff and Chief Diversity Officer for College of Southern Nevada

Commissioner William McCurdy II, Clark County Commission

Sen. Pat Spearman, Nevada Senate District 1 

We would love for you to join us and share the stream with your friends - it’s the only way we can reach as many Nevadans as possible to keep them in-the-know about what’s happening in Carson City and across the state! You can join us via Facebook, Youtube, or Twitch at 5:00PM, Thursday, February 23rd! Can I count on seeing you there?