Opinion: Why does the U.S. still have lead pipes? Blame this trade group
Briefly

The Lead Industries Association (LIA) acted as a powerful lobby, promoting lead usage and delaying the public health response, while the dangers of lead pipes were clear.
Despite early warnings from the medical profession about lead contamination, the influence of organizations like the LIA stymied regulations and left millions at risk for decades.
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