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"Many people who live near Kentucky’s distilleries say the problem has worsened as bourbon’s popularity has soared. According to the Kentucky Distillers Associa
by ndespres 6y ago
"Many people who live near Kentucky’s distilleries say the problem has worsened as bourbon’s popularity has soared. According to the Kentucky Distillers Association, 68 distilleries dot Kentucky, a 250 percent increase in one decade. "
So the problem has become much worse over a short period of time. The article also covers that many residents have low incomes and home values are low. It is difficult to relocate when you're poor.
I'm sure you could also bring yourself to empathize with the fact that this is where people grew up, have their families, and friends. Why should it be an individual burden to move your entire life because some local business finds it more profitable to pollute than clean up?