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as “politics as usual” when our federal gov- ernment pushes legislation in the opposite direction of the will of its citizens, especial- ly not when it is our food system at stake. Should Washington cater to its constituents, or the lobbyists who represent the corporate interest? What do we vote for, after all?
The definition of food sovereignty is the right of all citizens to not only have healthy food, but to also be able to define their own food and agriculture systems. The question we need to ask ourselves - no matter what we believe when when it comes to GMOs - is shouldn’t we be able to make a choice when it comes to what we eat? While our
The question we need to ask ourselves - no matter what we believe when when it comes to GMOs
- is shouldn’t we be able to make a choice when it comes to what we eat?
reason for wanting to know what’s in our food may be as different as our cul- ture or the state in which we live, what should unify us all is the belief that it’s our basic right to know. Democracy is on the line.
What You Can Do:
Call or write your Senator and request support for mandatory GMO labeling. Also, remember that the most effective tool you have is in your wallet! You can change our food system by mak- ing your preferences known at the cash register. Always buy non-GMO food!
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