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Resources & Recommendations
People Mentioned
- Peter Goodman (Reporter at The New York Times) - Co-authored an investigation into lead poisoning in Nigeria due to unregulated lead recycling.
Organizations & Institutions
- Purdue Pharma - The pharmaceutical company that manufactured OxyContin, discussed in the context of its dissolution and settlement for its role in the opioid crisis.
Websites & Online Resources
- unrefugees.org - Website for USA for UNHCR, mentioned as a place to donate to support the UN Refugee Agency.
Other Resources
- Epstein Files - Government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, which lawmakers almost unanimously approved a bill directing the Justice Department to release.
- The New York Times App - Mentioned as a place to listen to "The Daily" podcast.