A California county moves to protect children from lead poisoning — but some aren’t ready for the solution

Grist
By Yvette CabreraFeb 15, 2022, 6:30 am296 pts
When it comes to children in California and lead exposure, James R. Williams doesn’t back down. As the Santa Clara County Counsel, he held steady for nearly 20 years in a legal battle that held former lead paint manufacturers accountable for promoting lead paint for use in homes despite its known toxicity.…

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