
On this day in history, April 22, 1970, first Earth Day is celebrated: 'Rare political alignment'
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Earth Day, a demonstration against pollution and for improved environmental policies, was first observed on this day in history, April 22, 1970. Demonstrations occurred nationwide.
"Inspired by the student anti-war movement, Sen. Nelson wanted to infuse the energy of student anti-war protests with an emerging public consciousness about air and water pollution," the site also said. Christine Rousselle is a lifestyle reporter with Fox News Digital.
Seeds had been planted for paying attention to the environment almost a decade earlier, however.
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