The AP's analysis of health risks posed by industrial pollution across the country is a substantial contribution to the public's understanding of where greater attention needs to be focused.

The Bay is cleaner than it was 40 years ago when raw sewage and industrial pollution were dumped directly into it. While the pollution from business and point sources is strictly regulated, storm water pollution from our cars, homes and neighborhoods is still a major problem.

Current standards do not do enough to protect the public from serious health dangers associated with this form of pollution.

Ozone smog represents the single most challenging pollution problem the country is facing.

The report doesn't give a realistic picture of the state of air pollution in the country. It is mainly about fomenting fear, because fear is what keeps the donations flowing.

Our study is specific to the elderly, but there is epidemiological evidence that air pollution also affects the health of the younger population.