Understanding the Climate Crisis and Community Action

What is the primary reason for the campaign for a safe and healthy California?

• To increase employment in the oil industry

• To promote renewable energy

• To address health issues from oil well pollution

• To reduce taxes for Californians

What significant health issue did Nelli face due to living near an oil well?

• Severe allergies

• Stage two reproductive cancer

• Vision problems

• Chronic headaches

What was the purpose of Senate Bill 1137?

• To increase oil production

• To create a setback for oil wells

• To provide subsidies to oil companies

• To ban all oil drilling in California

How did the community plan to raise funds for their cause?

• By organizing a marathon

• Through an art auction

• By selling merchandise

• Through a bake sale

What is the broader impact of actions taken in California regarding oil drilling?

• They remain local and have no wider influence

• They are ignored by other countries

• They often set a precedent nationally and internationally

• They only affect neighboring states