Everyone has the right to know what’s in their food. It’s hard to disagree with that, right?
More than 90% of Americans believe GE (genetically engineered) foods should be labeled. Unfortunately, there are a few who don’t agree that GMOs should be labeled and they’re giving the pro labeling community a tough time.
Representatives Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) and G. K. Butterfield (D-N.C.) have introduced legislation dubbed the Deny Americans the Right-to-Know Act (DARK Act), which would deny consumers the right to know if there are genetically engineered ingredients in their food.
National Week of Action to Label GMOs
This week has been designated “National Week of Action to Label GMOs”. Together, we are trying to prevent another DARK Act from coming before Congress and possibly passing.
What is the DARK Act?
DARK is an acronym for the “Deny Americans the Right-to-Know” Act. Last year the “Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act,” officially H.R. 4432, came before the 113th Congress and is likely to appear before the 114th Congress this year in a new bill.
The DARK Act would make the failed voluntary labeling system that we have had in place over the past 13 years permanent. Simply put, we have the right to know what’s in our food and the current system isn’t working. We need labeling.
How You Can Help. Let Congress Know that You Care.
There are many organizations working tirelessly to make sure GMO labeling remains on the forefront of the political landscape. As consumers, we can work alongside these organizations.
During this National Week of Action to Label GMOs we can work together to put a stop to this new version of the DARK Act.
Here’s what you can do to help:
- Sign THIS petition at Just Label It. You will be asked to enter your zip code. This will allow your petition to be sent directly to your members of Congress.
- Call your Senator. This isn’t as daunting as it sounds. Use WhoIsMyRepresentative.com to determine who to call and then let them know why you care about GMO labeling.
It would also be fantastic if you shared this info with your friends and family. We need to work hard, quickly and together to make the DARK Act go away.
If labeling GMOs is important to you and your family please spend a few seconds on this. Can you help? Thank you!
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I think we are absolutely entitled to know what is in our food. I am definitely going to be signing this petition. It’s time that someone listens and provides this information to the people who deserve to have it.
Thanks so much for posting about this. It’s so frustrating to see the power of the GMO lobby. I hope everyone takes these simple steps to make their voices heard.
Insane! Even the name of this legislation is insidious! Thanks for raising awareness!
I agree completely. I tweeted this out too! SUch an important issue.
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Great post. Honestly how is a mom or really anyone suppose to feed themselves and their families without fear of toxins. We have to do something.
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I agree! I want to know what is in our food and why it’s banned in other countries but not ours!
Thanks for the info Lori. I definitely want to know what’s in the foods I’m eating!
Thank you for the information and most importantly, the links to actually do something. I still don’t understand why these things aren’t labeled in the US.
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Thanks Robin. It’s so important to let our elected officials know that we want our food labeled.
It really is crazy Krystyn. There’s still so much opposition and funding going into preventing our foods from being labeled. Thanks so much for taking action.
You’re so welcome Annie. Most people want to know what they’re eating! Seems like this should be a simple request.
Thanks for the support Heather!
Thanks for sharing Scarlet. It’s so important to get this information out there.
Our system is broken Divina. It’s so crucial that we all take action and use our collective voices to let Congress know that this isn’t OK. Thanks for your support.
Ha! You’re so welcome Kimberly.
Thanks Annemarie. Unfortunately they are quite powerful and dumping major funding into their cause. Thankfully we are also a powerful bunch!
I got a very positive and prompt response from our local leaders when I shared my thoughts with them. I’m hopeful as more people educate them, they can feel confident to vote against the Dark act.
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I’ll be calling my Senators today!
Indeed, we have the right to know whats in our food! Thanks for sharing this post. Great!
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