Amna Nawaz Plastics

Nov. 27, 2019
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We preview the PBS NewsHour special, “The Plastics Problem,” which looks at the problem of plastics in our society and possible solutions. We hear more about the special from NewsHour correspondent Amna Nawaz.

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NewsHour correspondent Amna Nawaz

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