Dispersed Destinies. Bio-politics after Deepwater Horizon

The ongoing health crisis stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill highlights the stark contrast between the immediate oil dispersion and the long-term health effects of chemical exposure. Affected individuals seek justice through free treatment and financial compensation, emphasizing damaged biological integrity and questioning state and corporate accountability. Concerns over potential chronic illnesses, including cancer, and the psychological toll of post-traumatic stress are critical, paralleling the severe health impacts experienced by those involved in the Exxon Valdez cleanup.