MCAP In the News

Washington Post: Opponents suspect environmental racism in pipeline project

Environmentalists, activists and local politicians say the companies are putting oil profits ahead of the people who live along the pipeline’s path.

Opinion: It’s big oil vs. defiant communities in major environmental dispute

It’s not every day that a broad coalition of political leaders, environmentalists, community activists and ordinary citizens band together to wage a huge fight against powerful oil companies.

But it’s happening in Memphis. And it’s refreshing to witness.

Former Vice President Al Gore, National Poor People’s Campaign join Memphis pipeline fight

'This crude oil pipeline is a textbook case of environmental racism, injustice, and environmental degradation,' says Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II

Pipeline through the heart: A Black neighborhood’s uphill battle against oil developers

Boxtown residents have had little say in Byhalia Connection pipeline project, which could erase property values and threaten Memphis’ water supply

Memphis, Shelby County politicians weigh in on Byhalia pipeline

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris, Councilman Jeff Warren moved after hearing resident complaints

County board defers vote on land sale to Byhalia Pipeline, citing community opposition

County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. bristles at complaints from project opponents: “...If you push me, I'm punching back."

Amazing Non-profit Organizations who’ve helped support our fight

Breach Collective: phenomenal campaign strategy partners and attorneys

Southern Environmental Law Center: Extra-ordinary legal and expert support

Protect Our Aquifer: The only guardians of our water source to date and wonderful coalition members