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The Fight for Accountability – Major Mandy Feindt on the Red Hill Water Crisis - S.O.S. #173
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In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Major Mandy Feindt, an active-duty Army officer, devoted mother, and fearless advocate for military and civilian families affected by the 2021 Red Hill Water Crisis in Hawaii. As one of 93,000 individuals impacted by the crisis—including her own children—Major Feindt has dedicated the past three years to demanding justice and accountability.
From serving as a Department of Defense whistleblower to representing her community in the EPA’s Community Representation Initiative (CRI), Mandy has been on the frontlines of advocacy. She shares her experiences working with state and federal environmental regulators, health experts, and senior military and congressional leaders to push for safe housing, clean drinking water, adequate health care, and transparency for those affected.
Major Feindt’s tireless efforts highlight the ongoing challenges faced by the Red Hill community and the broader implications for environmental justice and military accountability.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• The devastating impact of the 2021 Red Hill Water Crisis on military and civilian families.
• Mandy’s role as a DOD whistleblower and her work with the EPA’s Community Representation Initiative.
• The challenges of advocating for transparency and accountability within the military.
• Insights into the health and environmental concerns tied to the crisis.
• How Mandy balances her roles as an Army officer, mother, and advocate.
Why It Matters:
The Red Hill Water Crisis is a stark reminder of the intersection between environmental safety, public health, and accountability. Major Feindt’s story is one of courage, persistence, and the importance of standing up for what’s right—even in the face of immense challenges.
Resources & Links:
• Learn more about the Red Hill Water Crisis IG report: https://www.dodig.mil/reports.html/A
Visit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTER
Read my writings on my blog: https://www.theresatapestries.com/
Listen to other episodes on my podcast: https://storiesofservice.buzzsprout.com
Watch episodes of my podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheresaCarpenter76
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