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National Communications Strategist, Partnerships and Intersectional Justice

Based in Washington, D.C., Keith is the National Communications Strategist for Partnerships and Intersectional Justice.

Fiona helps prepare a sign that reads "I am 3 years old and I have asthma. Protect my lungs."
May 18, 2015

A Child’s Bout with Asthma Stresses Need for Strong Smog Protections

By Keith Rushing  /  Washington, D.C. Office

Gretchen Dahlkemper, a mom turned national organizer, talks about her daughter’s struggles with asthma and the need for everyone to fight for better protection from air pollution.

This mural in Brooklyn, NY raises asthma awareness.
May 12, 2015

Stronger Ozone Rules Could Help Everyone Breathe a Little Easier

By Keith Rushing  /  Washington, D.C. Office

Earthjustice's Keith Rushing describes his first visit to the emergency room with his daughter who suffers from asthma.

Kids walking in a park
March 3, 2015

Black Futures Must Involve Environmental Justice

By Keith Rushing  /  Headquarters Office

Black Lives Matter leaders brilliantly reframed Black History Month to use each day in February to focus on a separate cultural or political issue facing African Americans.

Dr. Bullard SXSW
February 6, 2015

Introducing Dr. Robert Bullard in Honor of Black History Month

By Keith Rushing  /  Headquarters Office

Earthjustice's Keith Rushing profiles the influential founder of the environmental justice movement, Dr. Robert Bullard, in honor of Black History Month.

December 1, 2014

A Food Fight For Our Times

By Keith Rushing  /  Headquarters Office

Food is inherently linked to food production, the protection of workers and the environment

An oil refinery in Utah.
July 23, 2014

Oil Refineries Have a Moral Imperative to Address Air Pollution

By Keith Rushing  /  Washington, D.C. Office

Cherise Udell, founder of Utah Moms for Clean Air, describes why, despite efforts to make change happen, fixing the air pollution problem is a herculean task.