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Seventh Generation CEO Urges Candidates to Address Climate Change in First Debate
Joey Bergstein, Seventh Generation CEO, joined Cheddar to discuss the climate crisis and the presidential debate.
Activist Erin Brockovich Says It's Time to Start Treating 911 Operators as Frontline Workers
Activist, Erin Brockovich joined Cheddar to advocate for 911 operators to be classified as first responders and address problems plaguing the water supply in U.S. communities.
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More Fires in California Destroy Homes, Prompt Evacuations
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