Erin Brockovich, a movie that features Julia Roberts, examines a true-life event that revolved around environmental pollution in a working-class community by a major utility corporation that was apparently unconcerned about the long-term effects of the pollution on community residents. This movie illustrates which sociological concept?
A) environmental racism
B) environmental justice
C) demographic transition
D) demographic intransigence

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The movie Erin Brockovich illustrates the sociological concept of environmental justice, which refers to the fair distribution of environmental benefits and burdens across all social and economic groups, especially those with historically marginalized statuses. The movie demonstrates how a major utility corporation polluted a working-class community, exposing them to health risks, without considering the long-term effects on their health and well-being. Erin Brockovich, the main character, fights for justice for the community members, advocating for their right to a clean and safe environment.

Erin Brockovich, a Movie That Features Julia Roberts, Examines a True-Life