Power companies paid civil rights leaders in the South. They became loyal industry advocates.

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By Mario Alejandro ArizaJan 14, 2024, 9:00 am348 ptsTop
This story was originally published by Floodlight, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates the powerful interests stalling climate action, and Capital B, a nonprofit news organization that centers Black voices, audience needs and experiences, and partners with the communities it serves. Former Florida state Rep.…

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