CAW vs Birmingham: Fluoride Water Fight
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Central Alabama Water (CAW) is embroiled in a legal battle with Birmingham over the reinstatement of fluoride in the citys drinking water. CAW halted the additive, possibly for up to two years, without much notice, leading to a lawsuit by Birmingham. Jefferson County Circuit Judge Frederic Bolling ordered CAW to restart fluoridation immediately, but CAW is now challenging his impartiality due to his past connections with the company. Public officials, including Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin and Jefferson County health officer David Hicks, have criticized CAWs recent policy shifts, claiming they endanger public health. CAW and other plaintiffs argue that the judges reputation is tarnished by the ongoing media scrutiny. The water dispute continues as CAW pushes for the judges recusal and Birmingham presses for the return of fluoride.
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