Summary:
- This article discusses the experiences of a former Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) employee who was responsible for the agency's environmental justice program.
- The employee, Mustafa Santiago Ali, was fired from his position after advocating for communities disproportionately affected by environmental issues, such as pollution and climate change.
- The article highlights the challenges faced by environmental justice advocates within the government and the importance of addressing the unequal distribution of environmental burdens in marginalized communities.