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[–] Dagwood222@lemm.ee 16 points 3 days ago (4 children)

One thing people forget is that it was Big Food that wanted regulations.

After the book came out, it was almost impossible for American companies to sell their products overseas. Teddy knew that slapping a government label attesting to quality would mean that American companies would be able to make big profits.

[–] lowered_lifted@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

This is why I am hoping Canadian and Mexican food standards may save us yet

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