Elissa Slotkin: “Studies estimate that roughly 3,000 children have been…”

“An entire generation of Flint's children still live with the long term effects of lead poisoning. It never leaves the body. Learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety and depression, not to mention PTSD. Studies estimate that roughly 3,000 children have been diagnosed with these conditions and more. The actual number could be much higher. Flint schools paid a heavy price. Test scores dropped dramatically. Special needs request requests spiked.” (11:18–11:24)

This is an excerpt from a raw transcript. The assertions have not been audited or verified. Tap the video to view the source footage and understand the context.