Alabama’s Eco-Rebels
They call themselves “rednecks,” but these three crusaders use sophisticated tactics to successfully battle polluters in the deep South. The group, called WildLaw, is racking up an impressive record, winning law suits and protecting bio-diversity in what they describe as a “good old boy” style. Samuel Hendren reports.
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