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'Gov\'t Scientists, Inspectors: Corporate Interests Threatening Food Safety A new survey shows a large number of government scientists and inspectors believe corporate interests are undermining food safety in the United States. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, one in four respondents said pressure from the food industry had forced the withdrawal or modification of policies intended to protect consumers during the past year. More than 38 percent of respondents agreed with the statement that \"public health has been harmed by agency practices that defer to business interests.\" And 31 percent said the presence of former food industry insiders among the top echelons of the US Food and Drug Administration and the Agriculture Department has skewed the decision-making process.'
Tags: DN! Gov’t Scientists , Inspectors Corporate Interests Threatening Food Safety
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