NYT exposes alcohol industry efforts to stall important health legislation
by: Pamela Mejia
posted on Monday, April 16, 2012
In its latest article about alcohol abuse and related health issues on the Pine Ridge Reservation, the Times highlights the role of industry in perpetuating such abuse. Industry contributions to members of a key legislative committee may have hobbled efforts to limit sales in areas prone to alcohol-related crime.
Tags: alcohol, health equity, Oglala Sioux, Pine Ridge reservation, Whiteclay