DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane)
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DDT is a synthetic organochlorine insecticide that was widely used in the mid-20th century to control insect-borne diseases and agricultural pests. Its use was later banned in many countries due to environmental and health concerns. The speaker links its use to early polio instances.
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they were spraying DDT all over the [ __ ] country when everybody was getting polio.
"🎬 JRE Fight Companion - September 6, 2025
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Keywords:
DDT
insecticide
polio
environmental impact
🤖 Why This Product Was Mentioned
"The speaker mentions 'DDT' in the context of polio outbreaks, suggesting a historical product."