SRES 172
A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.
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This resolution formally declares racism a public health crisis in the United States. It highlights a long history of racial discrimination and its ongoing impact on health outcomes, referencing issues like disparities in healthcare access, environmental injustices, and historical abuses. The resolution calls for a national strategy to address these inequities and dismantle systemic racism, emphasizing the need for urgent action and investment in communities of color.
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Sherrod Brown
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Benjamin L. Cardin
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