The [Environmental Protection Agency] has set a 10-year deadline for most utilities to replace lead service lines, but omitted requirements for schools to replace the water fountains or plumbing that have lead components.

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      3 months ago

      Yes, and if the parents are unable to feed them, what is the next step? “Sorry buddy, next life pick a richer family”

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      3 months ago

      It doesn’t take much to feed children. But i guess giving lunch to kids denies you joy of seeimg them starve?

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        3 months ago

        It doesn’t take much to hold the parents responsible for their actions (or inaction),.

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          11 days ago

          hey you seem to have this boner for punishing people instead of helping them. Most parents want the best for their children. their lack of means is not something we should punish the children for.