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The Fight to End Oil Drilling in Los Angeles (Preview)
Los Angeles sits atop the largest urban oil field in the world, with dozens of wells located near homes and schools. Supported by growing scientific research, South L.A. residents have pushed back against oil drilling linked to serious environmental and health risks. This episode highlights one hard-won victory while examining what it takes to address L.A.’s broader oil legacy.
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